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Grapefruit oil: is it comedogenic? What it does in skincare

INCI name: Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil

Acne verdict Watch

Worth watching on acne-prone skin

  • ComedogenicNo published rating
  • IrritancyNo published rating

What it does

Essential oil added for scent, can irritate sensitive skin.

  • Masking
  • Perfuming

Grapefruit oil in plain English

Grapefruit oil is pressed from grapefruit peel and adds a tangy citrus scent. It is mostly limonene, and cold-pressed grapefruit oil can make skin a bit more reactive to sunlight. Like most essential oils it contains natural fragrance allergens, which can irritate or sensitize skin over time. If your acne-prone skin is easily irritated, unscented products are the safer pick.

Is grapefruit oil bad for acne?

Not usually, but it is worth watching. Grapefruit oil is not a proven pore-clogger, but scent ingredients like this can irritate sensitive skin, and irritated skin can make breakouts look and feel worse. Notice how your skin reacts when a product lists it near the top.

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Also called

  • Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil
  • Grapefruit peel oil
  • Grapefruit essential oil
  • Citrus paradisi peel oil

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Frequently asked questions

Is grapefruit oil comedogenic?

Grapefruit oil has no published comedogenic rating in Fulton's 1989 table. It is not a proven pore-clogger, but it is worth watching on acne-prone skin.

What does grapefruit oil do in skincare?

In short: essential oil added for scent, can irritate sensitive skin. In formulas it is used for masking and perfuming.

What else is grapefruit oil called on ingredient labels?

On ingredient lists, grapefruit oil can also appear as Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Grapefruit peel oil, Grapefruit essential oil or Citrus paradisi peel oil.

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