Orange Essential Oil
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Orange essential oil is extracted from the Citrus sinensis of Rutaceae family. Citrus sinensis is also referred as china or Portugal orange. This oil is widely used in aromatherapy for complete relaxation. Because of its amazing benefits, this particular fruit is cultivated all across the world. It is rich in essential nutrients and hence, it is a suitable ingredient for creams, lotions and conditioners.
Orange essential oil uses are increasing day by day. It is widely used by the manufacturers of chocolates, biscuits, deodorants, sprays, room fresheners, soft beverage, wrinkle lifting applications, anti mark cream, topical creams, body lotions, soaps, etc.
| Botanical Name | Citrus sinensis |
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| Origin | Sweet orange is native to china. Now, it is also highly cultivated in America. |
| Method of Extraction & Part of Plant Used | Orange essential oil is extracted by cold-pressing of orange peel. |
| Properties | It is yellow to orange in color. It has watery viscosity. |
| Aroma | It has fresh, sweet scent. |
| Integrants | The main constituents of this oil are geranial, a-pinene, myrcene, sabinene, linalool, limonene, neral and citronellal. |
| Therapeutic Properties | The therapeutic properties of this oil are carminative, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-depressant, antispasmodic, diuretic, cholagogue, sedative and tonic. |
| Blends Well With | Orange essential oil mixes well with vetiver, black pepper, cloves, cinnamon, frankincense, ginger, and sandalwood oil. |
| Precautions | Orange essential oil has shown phototoxic properties. It should not be used in sunlight. |
Orange essential oil has achieved widespread use because of its medicinal properties:
Anti Inflammatory: Orange essential oil gives quick and effective relief from internal and external inflammations. This inflammation can occur due to intake of spices, fever, infection, side effects of antibiotics, gas, ingestion of toxic substance
