INCI name

CITRUS AURANTIUM FLOWER OIL

Neroli oil

Perfumingreviewed

An essential oil from bitter orange blossoms, used for perfuming.

What it is

Citrus aurantium flower oil, known as neroli oil, is the essential oil obtained from the flowers of the bitter (sour) orange, Citrus aurantium, of the citrus family (Rutaceae). It contains limonene, linalool, geraniol, linalyl acetate, nerol and some methyl anthranilate. CosIng lists it as a perfuming ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in perfumes, colognes, creams, facial oils and other scented products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches. Fragrance allergens it contains, such as linalool, limonene and geraniol, may be listed separately on the label.

Functions

Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (12)

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