murphyCitrus depressa seed oil
AKA: Taiwan tangerine, Shequasar seed oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginNative to Taiwan. Derived from the seeds of Citrus depressa, a citrus species in the Rutaceae family native to Taiwan. Extracted through cold-pressing or solvent extraction of the seeds to obtain the oil.
Citrus Depressa Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Softens & Smooths
Draws In Moisture
Conditions Skin
Skin Protecting
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR