Citrus paradisi (Grapefruit) juice

AKA: Grapefruit Juice
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to Caribbean. Grapefruit pulp originates from Citrus paradisi, a citrus species in the Rutaceae family grown primarily in the Caribbean. Juice is extracted from the pulp through mechanical pressing or cold extraction methods.
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Juice is a cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming, skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Pulp
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8016-20-4
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
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
Adds pleasant scent
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2021
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR