Citrus paradisi (Grapefruit) fruit extract

AKA: Grapefruit Fruit Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8016-20-4
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Boosts Collagen
Softens and smooths skin
Traditional Use
Grapefruit has been used in traditional medicine since its cultivation in Barbados in the 18th century, primarily valued for its vitamin C content and antimicrobial properties. Modern cosmetic use reflects its historical application for cleansing and brightening skin.
EWG
1
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-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR