Description Characteristics Zesty, recognisable, fresh and refreshing scent of Orange Oils to Blend with Cinnamon, Coriander, Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Neroli, Nutmeg, Petitgrain, Rose, Rosewood

Latin Name Citrus sinensis Plant Family Rutaceae Extraction Method The essential oil is obrained from expressed peel of the nearly ripe fruit. Country of Origin Argentina Chemical Constituents Nerol (Alcohol), Citral (Aldehyde), Limonene (Terpene), Methyl anthranilate (Ester). Precautions Sensitive skin maybe irritated with long use. There is some evidence of phototoxicity.

Appearance: yellow, orange or dark orange

Odour: sweet, fresh fruity aroma

Safety: increases photosensitivity of the skin, so strong sunlight or sunbeds must be avoided after use for some hours

Certification: ECOCERT SAS F-32600

Ref: B690
 

Therapeutic Properties

• Antidepressant - can help to prevent and alleviate depression
• Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
• Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
• Antiviral
• Bactericidal - destructive to bacteria
• Carminative - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
• Digestive system tonic/stimulant
• Sedative
• Stomachic - stimulates the stomach

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Unblocks and circulates stagnant energy
Soothes the perfectionist who can't tolerate mistakes
Calms those reluctant to ask others for help
Combats pessimism

References:

1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003

2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999

3. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals 2011

4. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy,The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998

Safety

 Best to buy citrus oils that are from organically grown fruit as citrus trees can be heavily sprayed.

 

Batch

Model Chemistry

 

Monoterpenes

α-pinene	0.56
β-myrcene	1.82
β-phellandrene	0.24
δ-3-carene	0.09
d-limonene	95.00
sabinene	0.21
terpinolene	0.01

Monoterpenols

linalol

0.43

Aldehydes

decanal	0.24
octanal	0.19