Citrus nobilis (Mandarin Orange) oil

AKA: Mandarin Orange Oil
Plant-Derived
Not Clean
OriginNative to China, Southeast Asia. Extracted from the peel of mandarin oranges (Citrus nobilis), a citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia and China. Cold-pressed or steam-distilled from the fruit peel to obtain the aromatic essential oil.
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as masking, tonic. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8008-31-9 / 84929-38-4
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Masking
Tonic
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Tightens and tones skin
Provides scent
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-onNot reported
Rinse-off0.0009–0.035%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2021
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR