Citrus tangerina (Tangerine) peel extract
AKA: Tangerine Peel Extract
Plant-Derived
Astringent
Extract
Not Clean
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as astringent. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Peel
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
223748-44-5
Form
Liquid
Functions
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Physical Exfoliant
Provides antioxidant protection
Helps brighten skin tone
Supports skin's natural radiance
Traditional Use
Tangerine peel extract carries forward centuries of traditional Asian use, particularly in Chinese medicine where aged tangerine peel is valued for both internal and topical applications.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR