Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract

Grapefruit Seed Extract is derived from the seeds, pulp, and white membranes of Citrus grandis through extraction processes that concentrate naturally occurring compounds including bioflavonoids, polyphenols, and vitamin C. Formulators value it as a broad-spectrum natural preservative booster and antimicrobial agent, though its efficacy is debated in scientific literature, with some studies attributing its antimicrobial properties to synthetic additives used during processing rather than the grapefruit components themselves. It's commonly used in natural and organic formulations at concentrations of 0.1-2% to support preservation systems and provide antioxidant benefits.