Citrus aurantium dulcis (Orange) peel wax

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AKA: Orange peel wax
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Wax
Clean
citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel wax is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Peel
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
68916-04-1, 72968-50-4
Form
Wax
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Anti-Aging Benefits
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Orange peel has been used in traditional skincare for centuries for its aromatic and mild astringent properties; the wax extracted from peels is a modern ingredient developed to provide fragrance and texture benefits.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR