Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Juice

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Juice is the liquid expressed from fresh orange fruit. Formulators put it in lotions, masks, and cleansers for its natural sugars, mild acidity, and zesty character, which can improve product feel and appearance.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Fresh orange juice that adds mild acidity for a smoother, fresher look.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Antioxidant
Type
Botanical Extract

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Can give skin a fresher look and smoother feel due to natural sugars and gentle acidity. Antioxidant contribution is modest, so results are typically subtle.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Included in toners, serums, and exfoliating pads for a touch of fruit-derived brightness and a light citrus character.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Can cause stinging or irritation, especially on sensitive or compromised skin, due to acidity and natural allergens. Patch test and introduce gradually if you’re reactive.

Is Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Juice a Good Ingredient?

Offers mild surface smoothing from natural acids and sugars, but benefits are subtle and variable; acidity and fruit allergens can irritate sensitive skin. Those gaps in the evidence, plus the added risk, are why it sits at Fair.

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