Citrus
Citrus refers to refreshing ingredients derived from fruits such as lemon, orange, grapefruit and bergamot. Widely used in British skincare and haircare, it brings a bright, zesty scent and gentle cleansing properties to everything from face washes to body scrubs.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, citrus extracts and essential oils work as natural fragrances, astringents and mild exfoliants. They help to cut through excess oil, impart a clean feel to the skin and provide a pleasant, uplifting aroma that enhances the sensory experience of cleansers, toners, masks and shower gels.
Key benefits
- Delivers a fresh, invigorating scent
- Helps remove excess oil and impurities
- Provides natural antioxidant properties
- Gives a brightening effect on the skin’s appearance
- Works as a mild astringent to tighten pores
- Adds a zesty note to haircare for a clean feel
Best for
oily skin, combination skin, dull skin, normal skin
Where it comes from
Citrus ingredients are obtained from the fruit peel, pulp and leaves of various citrus trees such as Citrus limon (lemon), Citrus sinensis (sweet orange) and Citrus paradisi (grapefruit). These evergreen trees are cultivated in warm climates worldwide, with the aromatic oils cold-pressed from the rind.
Products with Citrus
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Citrus than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Yardley London English Rose Fragrance Mist 200ml Spray Yardley London