Yuzu is a citrus fruit native to South Asia and especially common in Japan, where it is used in cooking as well as in traditional skincare rituals. It looks like a small grapefruit or mandarin with uneven skin, and its aroma is described as a refreshing blend of lemon, mandarin and grapefruit.
In cosmetics, yuzu is most commonly used as an extract, juice or fragrance ingredient derived from the fruit and its peels. It is valued for its vitamin C and other antioxidant compounds, although their composition and levels depend on which part of the plant is used and how it is processed. Yuzu fruit extract can be found in skincare products, while its fresh, citrusy scent is also used in body and hair care products.