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Grapefruit

Refreshing citrus with a bright antioxidant profile. Grapefruit extract contains lycopene, naringenin, and vitamin C for brightening, detoxifying, and protecting the skin from free radicals.

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⚠ Use with Caution

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Grapefruit Extract — extract of the fruit or seeds of Citrus Paradisi. Contains naringenin and naringin (flavonoids), vitamin C, limonene, lycopene. A special component is grapefruit seed extract (GSE, Grapefruit Seed Extract), known for its antibacterial properties. In INCI: Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract or Citrus Paradisi Seed Extract.

Used in refreshing toners and essences, detoxifying masks, brightening agents, and cleansing products for oily skin.

Key Benefits

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Naringenin — a unique flavonoid

Naringenin inhibits tyrosinase and reduces melanin synthesis, brightening the skin. It has anti-inflammatory properties and protects against UV.

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Antibacterial seed extract (GSE)

Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) — a powerful natural antibacterial and antifungal agent, used in natural preservatives.

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Freshness and detoxification

Limonene and essential oils refresh the skin and provide a cleansing feeling, popular in morning and refreshing products.

Suitable for

Oily skinDull skinNormal skinSkin with uneven tone

Main Actions

✓ Brightening (naringenin)✓ Antibacterial action✓ Antioxidant protection✓ Detoxification✓ Refreshing

GSE as a preservative

Citrus Paradisi Seed Extract (GSE) in some natural cosmetic products acts as a natural preservative. However, its effectiveness as a preservative is questionable — often commercial GSE contains additional synthetic preservatives.

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