Snapshot
- Overview
- A bitter orange blossom oil prized mainly for its sweet floral scent.
- Category
- Fragrance
- Type
- Essential Oil
Neroli (Citrus Aurantium) Oil
Neroli (Citrus aurantium) oil is an essential oil steam-distilled from bitter orange blossoms, prized for its sweet citrus-floral aroma. In cosmetics it acts as a natural fragrance, adding a distinctive scent while carrying allergen risks.
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Our take
Is Neroli (Citrus Aurantium) Oil a Good Ingredient?
This is a pleasant natural fragrance with mainly sensory value; evidence for direct skin benefits is limited, and essential oil allergens raise irritation or sensitization risk, which is why it rates Fair.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Provides a distinctive citrus-floral note that elevates sensorial appeal, though fragrance-sensitive users may experience irritation or sensitization and should patch test first.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used as a perfume component in moisturizers, facial oils, and cleansers, and often featured in hair products and body lotions for its aroma.
Before you use it
Safety
May irritate or sensitize due to allergens such as linalool and limonene; patch test and avoid compromised skin. Not typically phototoxic, but discontinue if redness or stinging occurs.
Products with Neroli (Citrus Aurantium) Oil
