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CITRUS TACHIBANA/RETICULATA FRUIT JUICE.

Valuable / FLAVOURING, SKIN CONDITIONING

This citrus fruit derivative, rich in vitamin C and potent antioxidants, invigorates the skin. It helps to diminish signs of aging, enhance radiance, and refine skin texture through gentle exfoliation and promoting cellular renewal.

Summary

Skin protecting Antioxidant Skin conditioning Gentle exfoliant Antibacterial Skin brightening

Science

Mechanism of Action

CITRUS TACHIBANA/RETICULATA FRUIT JUICE operates through its rich composition of active compounds, including vitamin C, flavonoids, and natural fruit acids. Potent antioxidants actively neutralize free radicals, supporting collagen production to improve skin elasticity and firmness, thereby reducing signs of aging. Natural fruit acids provide mild exfoliation, facilitating the removal of dead skin cells and encouraging cellular regeneration for a smoother, brighter complexion. Its antibacterial properties can assist in managing acne and balancing oil production, while flavonoids and enzymes contribute to a natural skin-brightening effect by reducing hyperpigmentation and dark spots. The ingredient also bolsters the skin's protective barrier against environmental aggressors.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 2 – 4.9
0 7 14

Stability

Citrus juices are inherently acidic. The stability of key active compounds, particularly Vitamin C, is optimally preserved within an acidic environment, where a lower pH effectively mitigates oxidation and degradation.

Conflicts

  • Ingredients sensitive to low pH
  • High concentrations of photosensitizing furocoumarins (e.g., 5-MOP)
  • Ingredients known to react adversely with natural fruit acids or potent antioxidants

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Moderate

The CIR Expert Panel deems this ingredient safe for cosmetic use, provided it is formulated to be non-sensitizing and non-irritating. For leave-on products, a strict limit of 0.0015% (15 ppm) for 5-methoxypsoralen (5-MOP) must be adhered to, due to its phototoxic potential. Manufacturers must also ensure that levels of natural constituents such as limonene, citral, other monoterpenes, and furocoumarins remain within non-sensitizing concentrations to prevent adverse effects.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This ingredient offers significant revitalizing and brightening benefits, particularly for normal and oily skin types, but requires precise formulation to mitigate phototoxicity and potential sensitization from specific botanical constituents.

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