Organic Citrus Essential Oils for Personal Care Products

Natural-Content Products Continue Rise

Demand for natural cosmetic products and ingredients has never been higher. Consumer habits are increasingly focused on supporting local communities, adopting environmentally conscious behaviors, and selecting products aligned with ethical and sustainable preferences. However, eco-friendly claims alone will not be sufficient to support this growing demand. According to Mintel, brands will need to provide assurance that their products are made holistically sustainably through greater supply chain transparency, while natural and organic brands will face mounting pressure to back their claims with certification. In addition, the clean-beauty movement, an important driver for natural and organic products, continues to gain strength. Mintel reports that today's consumers are becoming increasingly informed, driving up demand for safer and more natural alternatives across all aspects of their beauty and personal care routines.

Organic and Ethical Sourcing

Today's consumers demand that natural ingredients come from fairly traded sources. They expect more information about the products they purchase—where they are sourced from, how producers are treated, whether they receive fair prices, and the impact of goods production on the environment and local communities. In the future, the sourcing of natural ingredients will continue to gain importance. EarthOil by UnivarSolutions provides 100% pure and natural, sustainable, organic ingredient solutions on a global scale to supply the ethically sourced products consumers seek today. Over the years, the company has continued to expand its expertise across the industry from oil analysis and market intelligence to shipping and distribution efficiencies throughout the supply chain, developing mutually beneficial relationships with growing partners. UnivarSolutions offers an established and unique range of oils and hydrosols that provide distinctive benefits to cosmetic products. Most oils are certified organic in accordance with EU Organic Standards (Council Regulation (EC) No 834/2007). Organic production is a general farm management and food production system that combines best environmental practices, high levels of biodiversity, conservation of natural resources, implementation of high animal welfare standards, and production methods in line with certain consumer preferences. The organic production method therefore plays a dual social role; on the one hand, it supplies a specific market that responds to consumer demand for organic products, and on the other hand, it supports rural development by offering products that contribute to the protection of the environment and animal welfare. (Source: Council Regulation (EC) No 834/2007 of 28 June 2007 on organic production and labelling of organic products and repealing Regulation (EEC) No 2092/91).

Add Vibrant Touch to Your Products with Citrus Essential Oils

Essential oils continue to grow in popularity due to the natural fragrance and benefits they provide to cosmetic products. Essential oils, also available in organic form, are particularly of interest to consumers seeking greater clarity on production methods and certifications. Derived from various plant parts, essential oils can be used in a variety of beauty products and personal care applications. For formulators, they are a great way to differentiate products and create a truly unique product line for a brand. Essential oils derived from the outer peel of the fruit are preferably cold-pressed to guarantee their quality and benefits. They have a pleasant and strong natural aroma. Orange oil, mandarin oil, and lemon oil are among the most popular citrus essential oils. Each has its own unique scent personality. Orange Oil (INCI name: Citrus aurantium dulcis Peel Oil [Syn. Citrus sinensis]; Botanical name: Citrus Sinensis), also known as sweet orange. It imparts a unique refreshing fruity aroma for a renewed and youthful feel. Orange Oil (INCI name: Citrus aurantium dulcis Peel Oil [Syn. Citrus sinensis]; Botanical name: Citrus Sinensis), also known as sweet orange. It imparts a unique refreshing fruity aroma for a renewed and youthful feel. Lime Oil can easily be used to enliven any formulation or fragrance blend thanks to its delicious and lightly acidic aroma. Different varieties of this essential oil exist: Lime Oil Expressed Aurantifolia (INCI name: Citrus aurantifolia Oil; botanical name: Citrus Aurantifolia Rutaceae) and Lime Oil Expressed Latifolia (INCI name: Citrus latifolia Peel Oil; botanical name: Citrus Latifolia Rutaceae)). Finally, Lemon Oil (INCI name: Citrus Limon Peel Oil; botanical name: Citrus Limon), known for its energizing aroma, is an excellent choice for formulations that offer freshness and purifying benefits. The properties of the essential oil (its color or aroma), which may differ depending on environmental factors such as country of origin and soil, have a direct impact.

Formulation Example: AM Sugar Rush Scrubbing Jam

Since citrus oils are easily incorporated into bath products, including shower gels, a combination of orange oil and mandarin oil is recommended and suggested to provide a soft orange fragrance. It is an orange translucent formulation containing small scrubbing particles with a jam-like texture that exfoliates dead skin. Formulation Example: AM Sugar Rush Scrubbing Jam Since citrus oils are easily incorporated into bath products, including shower gels, a combination of orange oil and mandarin oil is recommended and suggested to provide a soft orange fragrance. It is an orange translucent formulation containing small scrubbing particles with a jam-like texture that exfoliates dead skin.

Procedure (Cold Process)

1. Add each component of Phase A slowly, mixing until homogeneous. 2. Raise pH above 8 with Phase B. 3. Adjust pH to 4.5-4.8 with Phase C. 4. Add each component of Phase D slowly, mixing until homogeneous. 5. Add Phase E and mix slowly until evenly distributed. You can visit our website to explore our citrus essential oil series, find inspiration from formulation examples, and request more information or samples.