Sweet Orange Oil

Category: Essential Oil

Brief Description: Sweet orange oil is extracted from the rind of the sweet orange fruit. It has a sweet, fresh, and tangy aroma. The cost of Sweet Orange Oil is around $4-6 per oz.

Benefits: It's known for its uplifting and refreshing properties and is often used in products designed to energize and refresh the skin.

Skin Type Suitability/Concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin.

Target Audience: Those seeking energizing skincare products, especially those with oily or acne-prone skin.

Chemical Composition: Primarily composed of d-limonene, myrcene, and alpha-pinene.

Physical Aspect: A yellow to orange liquid.

Compatibility: Blends well with lavender, neroli, lemon, clary sage, myrrh, and spice oils like cinnamon and clove.

Concentration: Generally used in a concentration range of 0.5-2% in cosmetic formulations.

Side Effects/Adverse Reactions: Can cause photosensitivity or skin irritation in some individuals, especially when used in high concentrations.

Regulatory Status: Recognized as safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations.

Sustainability/Ethical Considerations: The production of sweet orange oil is generally sustainable as the oil is a byproduct of the orange juice industry.

Variants: Variants include oils derived from different types of oranges, each with slightly different aroma profiles and properties.