murphyCitrus reticulata (Tangerine) leaf water
AKA: Tangerine Leaf Water
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginNative to China, Southeast Asia. Derived from the leaves of Citrus reticulata (tangerine) trees in the Rutaceae family, native to Southeast Asia and China. Obtained through steam distillation or hydrodistillation of fresh tangerine leaves to extract the aromatic leaf water.
Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Water is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8008-31-9
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Conditions Skin
Softens & Smooths
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR