Petitgrain Essential Oil
Calming and relaxing, Petitgrain bigarade essential oil has an original scent, a fine combination of woody, green and fruity. Purifying, it is very interesting for regulating oily skin and hair. With beautiful relaxing virtues, it is one of the best essential oils for fighting stress, calming the mind, dispelling daily tensions and promoting sleep. Petitgrain bigarade essential oil is also highly recommended in cases of low morale. In psycho-energetic olfactotherapy, its scent is harmonizing on an emotional level and comforts wounded hearts.
Process of obtaining
Complete distillation by low pressure steam distillation
Part of the plant used: Fresh leaves and small twigs. Botanical name: Citrus aurantium ssp aurantium, Botanical family Rutaceae
Precautions
- Not recommended during the first three months of pregnancy.
- Some natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy in certain sensitive people when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic composition: linalool and, to a lesser extent, geraniol, limonene.
As a general rule, always do a test application of your preparation, in the crease of the elbow, at least 48 hours before using it.
Warning
The properties, indications and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is given for information purposes only and cannot in any way constitute medical information. This information can in no way replace a diagnosis, consultation or medical monitoring, nor engage our responsibility. We recommend that you consult the essential oils guide before using them, to learn about the precautions. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.