Citrus aurantium amara (Bitter Orange) leaf/twig oil
AKA “Bitter Orange Oil”
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Citrus aurantium amara (Bitter Orange) leaf/twig oil
AKA: Bitter Orange Oil
Essential Oil · Oral-Care · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Essential Oil
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
68916-04-1 / 72968-50-4
Form
Oil
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Functions
Oral-Care
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Flavouring
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Anti-Inflammatory
Wound Healing
Adds pleasant taste
Traditional Use
Petitgrain oil, derived from bitter orange leaves and twigs, has been used since the 17th century in European perfumery and skincare. Traditionally valued for its fresh scent and purported skin-clarifying properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR