Citrus sinensis (Orange) fruit water

AKA: Orange Fruit Water
Plant-Derived
Not Clean
OriginNative to China, Southeast Asia. Sourced from the fruit of Citrus sinensis (sweet orange) trees, native to Southeast Asia and cultivated in China and tropical regions. Produced through water distillation or pressing of the fruit, then separation of the aqueous phase containing volatile compounds.
Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Water is a cosmetic ingredient used as masking. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Hemiparasitic epiphyte
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
97766-30-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Masking
Anti-Aging
Wound Healing
Antimicrobial
Provides scent
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 691)
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 691)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 691)
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR