Green Mandarin Essential Oil, 1 l

Green mandarin essential oil is obtained by pressing the peel of green fruits of Citrus nobilis Lour. of European origin. In cosmetics it works primarily as a fragrance ingredient with a fresh citrus character that gives the finished product a refreshing and invigorating note. The manufacturer also attributes cosmetic effects on the skin to it, in particular support for a brighter complexion and a cooling sensation, which is why you will find it in after-sun products, body oils and lip care.

What makes it interesting

• Citrus fragrance with an invigorating character – according to the manufacturer it evokes a feeling of energy and freshness, which is why it is used in aromatherapy, diffusers, massage oils and bath products.
• Cooling sensation on the skin – the manufacturer states a refreshing, cooling effect suitable for after-sun products and for preparations that soothe irritated skin.
• Support for a brighter complexion – according to the manufacturer’s documentation it helps even out skin tone and reduce the visibility of dark spots. The result depends on the whole formulation and the usage rate.
• Antimicrobial properties – the manufacturer lists them among the functions of the oil. In a formulation, treat them as a complement to the cosmetic effect.
• Vegan ingredient – it contains no materials of animal origin and is supplied in cosmetic and food grade.

Use in formulations

Like every essential oil, it is not soluble in water; it mixes with vegetable oils and alcohol. In anhydrous products (body oils, balms, massage blends) it is added directly. In emulsions it belongs at the very end of production, once the mixture has cooled. Toners, facial mists or bath salts with a water component need a solubiliser, otherwise the oil separates on the surface.

The recommended processing temperature is below 40 °C. The oil is a blend of volatile compounds, so add it only to the cooled mixture to avoid unnecessary loss of fragrance.

In soaps, bath bombs and shower products it serves as a fragrance ingredient. In candles the usage rate follows the IFRA 12 category and the temperature limit applies here as well, so the oil is mixed into the wax only after it has partly cooled.

Suitable for products such as

• After-sun products and cooling gels – for the cooling and refreshing sensation stated by the manufacturer.
• Body oils, balms and massage blends – anhydrous systems in which the oil dissolves in a carrier oil.
• Lip care – lip balms, oils and scrubs, provided the IFRA limit for this category is observed.
• Facial serums and creams for evening out skin tone – a fragrance ingredient with a complementary cosmetic effect according to the manufacturer’s data.
• Hair mists and leave-in hair products – according to the manufacturer it leaves a fresh citrus trace in the hair.
• Soaps, bath bombs, shower gels – rinse-off products with a fresh fragrance.
• Candles, diffusers and aromatherapy blends – on their own or in combination with other essential oils.

Good to know

The oil contains fragrance allergens under Annex III of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. If the stated limits are exceeded, they must be listed on the label of the finished product.

The ingredient is classified under the CLP Regulation as flammable and irritant and contains components classified as CMR (gamma-terpinene, p-cymene). You will find details on classification and safe handling in the safety data sheet, which you should read before working with the oil for the first time.

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