Grapefruit

Essential oil for use in aromatherapy

Aromatherapy Characteristics and Uses

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Citrus paradisi, C. racemosa (Family, Rutaceae)

Region = United States and

Color = yellow to light green

Aroma type: Fresh, sweet and citrus

Plant Description: A cultivated tree over 35 feet high with glossy leaves and large yellow fruit.

Aromatherapy use:

Grapefruit essential oil refreshes and uplifts the spirit. It has a lovely fresh aroma which can help with nervousness and fatigue. Grapefruit essential oil relieves congested and oily skin, having a toning effect on both skin and tissues. For this reason it is a good oil to use when treating cellulites. Grapefruit essential oil has a soothing effect on the body and is valuable for migraines, pre-menstrual tension and the discomforts of pregnancy. It helps clean the liver and kidneys and may improve their detoxification efforts when dealing with any problem, but especially drug addictions.

Source: fruit, United States
production method: expression, low yield inferior oil produced by distillation.
aromatherapy class: energizing
traditional use: soothing agent, astringent, skin conditioner
blends well with: citrus oils, especially bergamot, orange

Perfume Note=Top

Main constituents:- Limonene, paradisiol. neral, geraniol, citronellal.

Precaution = photosensitive, mild irritant , short shelf life once opened and exposure to oxygen.

Note: This information is a summary of data from books and articles by various authors. It is not intended to replace the advice or attention of health care professionals.

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