Citrus grandis oil (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Essential oil obtained by cold pressing (also by distillation from the peel) from the fresh peel of Citrus x paradisi, also called Citrus grandis or grapefruit. The green-yellowish oil has a fresh, sweet citrus scent.

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Ingredients are: limonene, cadinene, neral, citronellal, geraniol and others.

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Grapefruit oil is used in cosmetic preparations. The fruit extract has a caring effect on the skin; furthermore, it has an astringent and strengthening effect on skin or hair.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer