Grapefruit

Citrus X Paradisi

Description:

A cultivated tree often over 33ft/10m high, with glossy leaves and familiar large yellow fruits.

Actions:

Antiseptic, antitoxic, astringent, bactericidal, diuretic, depurative, stimulant (to lymphatic and digestive systems), tonic

Extraction:

The oil is extracted by cold expression from the fresh peel.

Characteristics:

A yellow or greenish, mobile liquid, with a fresh, sweet, citrus aroma. It blends well with lemon, palmarosa, bergamot, neroli, rosemary, cypress, lavender, geranium, cardamom, and other spice oils.

Perfume:

Scent:

Citrus, fruity, bitter, powerful, lemony, fresh

Key Qualities:

(mind) Cleansing, stimulating, refreshing, uplifting

Odour Intensity:

Medium

Aromatherapy Use:

Skin Care:

Acne, congested and oily skin, promotes hair growth, tones the skin and tissues

Circulation, Muscles & Joints:

cellulitis, exercise preparation, muscle fatigue, obesity, stiffness, water retention

Immune System:

Chills, colds, flu

Nervous System:

Depression, headaches, nervous exhaustion, performance stress

Safety Data:

Nontoxic, nonirritant, nonsensitising but slightly phototoxic. This oil has a short shelf life - it oxidises quickly

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