murphyCitrus nobilis (Mandarin Orange) fruit extract
AKA: Mandarin Orange Fruit Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to China, Southeast Asia. Derived from mandarin orange fruit native to China and Southeast Asia within the Rutaceae (citrus) family. Extracted from the fruit using solvent extraction methods to obtain the concentrated plant extract.
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as masking, skin conditioning. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
84929-38-4
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Masking
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Softens and smooths skin
Provides scent
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 691)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 691)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.001–0.04%
Rinse-off0.001–0.04%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2013 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR