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CITRUS RETICULATA FRUIT WATER.

Valuable / FRAGRANCE

An aqueous botanical solution derived from the steam distillation of Tangerine fruit, Citrus Reticulata Fruit Water delivers water-soluble beneficial compounds to the skin. It acts as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent, promoting revitalization, radiance, and potentially soothing sensitive or problematic skin.

Summary

Antioxidant Skin-Conditioning Masking Revitalizing Radiance-imparting Antibacterial Soothing

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient is an aqueous solution obtained via steam distillation of the fruit, containing water-soluble beneficial compounds such as vitamin C and flavonoids. These components confer significant antioxidant properties, which can help revitalize the complexion, impart radiance, and support collagen production to refine skin texture. It may also offer antibacterial benefits beneficial for acne-prone skin. Research further suggests its potential to modulate TRPV1 activation, thereby potentially alleviating skin irritation and sensitivity.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Citrus Reticulata Fruit Water is inherently acidic. While a precise optimal pH range for cosmetic formulation is not specified, the stability of beneficial components like Vitamin C, common in citrus, is typically enhanced at lower pH levels. Studies on citrus juice blends suggest stability around pH 3.33.

Conflicts

  • Must be formulated to be non-sensitizing and non-irritating.
  • In leave-on products, the concentration of 5-methoxypsoralen (5-MOP) must not exceed 0.0015% (15 ppm) to mitigate potential photosensitization.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel deems Citrus Reticulata Fruit Water safe for both rinse-off and leave-on products, provided the final product is non-sensitizing and non-irritating. A critical consideration for leave-on products is that the concentration of 5-methoxypsoralen (5-MOP) must not exceed 0.0015% (15 ppm) due to its potential for photosensitization. The ingredient is also generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food use by the U.S. FDA.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Citrus Reticulata Fruit Water is a valuable ingredient, recognized for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits, including potential for revitalizing, imparting radiance, and soothing sensitive skin, with a low irritancy profile and established safety by CIR when formulated conscientiously.

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