Citrus aurantium dulcis (Orange) oil

AKA: Orange Oil
Plant-Derived
Not Clean
OriginNative to China, Southeast Asia. Orange oil is derived from the peel of Citrus aurantium dulcis, a citrus tree native to Southeast Asia and China. The oil is extracted through cold-pressing or expression of the fruit peel.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as masking. Rated moderate hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8008-57-9
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Masking
Anti-Aging
Wound Healing
Antimicrobial
Provides scent
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
6
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.000094–1%
Rinse-off0.000026–0.81%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2015 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR