Citrus medica vulgaris peel oil

AKA: Cedrat
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Not Clean
Citrus Medica Vulgaris Peel Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the peel of the Cedrat, Citrus medica L. var. vulgaris, Rutaceae
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Peel
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
92346-90-2
Form
Oil
Functions
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Antioxidant
Moisturizing
Antimicrobial
Traditional Use
The essential oil of citron peel has been valued in traditional Ayurvedic and European medicine for its uplifting aromatic and purifying properties. Historically used in perfumery and skincare preparations since ancient times.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️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