What it is
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the peel of grapefruit and is composed largely of limonene along with other citrus terpenes. It is used mainly to give formulas a fresh citrus scent and as a botanical conditioning element. As a citrus peel oil it carries naturally occurring fragrance constituents.
Safety & warnings
Grapefruit peel oil contains limonene, a regulated fragrance allergen that can oxidize over time and cause sensitization in susceptible people. Expressed citrus peel oils can also contain phototoxic furocoumarins, so leave-on use is formulated with care. Those with sensitive or fragrance-reactive skin may prefer to avoid it.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, cold-pressed or expressed from the peel of the grapefruit fruit, Citrus paradisi.
Questions everyone asks
Is grapefruit peel oil a fragrance?
Yes. It is a citrus essential oil used mainly to scent and condition formulas, and it carries naturally occurring fragrance compounds such as limonene.
Are there any cautions with it?
It contains limonene, a known fragrance allergen, and expressed citrus oils can carry phototoxic compounds, so fragrance-sensitive users may prefer to avoid it.