Botanical Extract
Grapefruit Extract
Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) extract — rich in naringenin, naringin, limonene, and bergapten with antioxidant, astringent, sebum-regulating, and antimicrobial properties; widely used in oil-control and brightening formulations.
NaringeninNaringinSebum ControlAntioxidant
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
A fruit, peel, or seed extract of Citrus paradisi (grapefruit), standardised for naringin, naringenin, or total flavonoid content.
Antioxidant, sebum regulation, antimicrobial, astringent, brightening.
Key Benefits
Naringenin lipid regulation
Flavanone that modulates lipid metabolism in sebocytes — reducing excess sebum production in oily skin.
Limonene antimicrobial
Monoterpene with documented activity against C. acnes and Staphylococcus — supporting clearer skin.
Astringent toning
Flavonoid and pectin content provides mild astringent effect — minimising pore appearance and improving skin texture.
Vitamin C brightening
Natural vitamin C supports collagen synthesis and provides tyrosinase-inhibiting antioxidant protection.
Suitable for
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Photosensitivity note
Grapefruit peel contains bergapten (furanocoumarin) — a photosensitiser; use only bergapten-free or bergapten-standardised extracts in leave-on products for safe daytime application.
CategoryBotanical Extracts
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Grapefruit Extract do for skin?
Antioxidant, sebum regulation, antimicrobial, astringent, brightening.
Who should use Grapefruit Extract?
Grapefruit Extract is suitable for: Oily skin, Acne-prone skin, Normal skin, Combination skin.
Are there any warnings about Grapefruit Extract?
Grapefruit peel contains bergapten (furanocoumarin) — a photosensitiser; use only bergapten-free or bergapten-standardised extracts in leave-on products for safe daytime application.
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