Citrus grandis peel/seed extract

AKA: Grapefruit peel and seed extract, Pomelo extract
Plant-Derived
Preservative
Extract
Not Clean
Citrus Grandis Peel/Seed Extract is the extract of the peel and seeds of Citrus grandis, Rutaceae
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
Form
Liquid
Functions
Antimicrobial
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
Grapefruit peel has been used in modern natural medicine since the early 20th century for immune support and antimicrobial properties. The peel is a byproduct of juice production that was repurposed for cosmetic and wellness applications.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR