Orange oil is a product obtained from the fruit of the orange tree. It exhibits antiseptic, antispasmodic, tonic, antidepressant and sedative properties. It facilitates falling asleep and relaxes. Improves mood. It is helpful for depression, muscle spasms and nervous tension. Reduces digestive problems of nervous origin. It brings relief from diarrhea, vomiting, flatulence, symptoms of premenstrual tension and menopause. It is also an aphrodisiac that helps get rid of anxiety and inhibitions.
Orange oil, pressed from the pericarp of the Chinese orange tree, has been known for decades in herbal medicine or aromatherapy. Its complex and multidirectional action means that it can bring relief from many ailments or reduce stress, and added to the bath will help you relax after a hard day. It is worth learning more about the advantages of this essential oil, which contains a number of active substances - limonene, terpinol, linalool or citral are just some of them.
Using drops of orange oil for aromatherapy, rubs or olives for general or topical massage will result in many benefits. It will help with digestive problems, improving appetite or reducing bloating, as well as relaxing muscles and improving cardiovascular function. Having a complex effect on the peripheral and central nervous system, baths with orange oil or inhalations will relieve depression and anxiety, help with migraines and neuralgia, problems with concentration or insomnia. Orange oil also boosts self-confidence and is one of the best natural aphrodisiacs. Baths, poultices or massages using orange oil will provide relief from female ailments, reducing premenstrual tension or mood swings, for example.
A separate sphere in which the salutary effects of orange oil can be observed is its effect on the skin. Massage oils, rubs and other cosmetics based on orange oil, thanks to its antiseptic, toning, healing or antihistamine properties, will help stop itching and swelling associated with insect bites, help fight acne, accelerate the disappearance of wounds and scars. The substances contained in the oil will significantly improve the condition of the skin, giving it elasticity and color, while reducing wrinkles and stopping their formation.
When using orange oil, it is imperative to avoid exposure to sunlight - especially when using the oil on the skin. As the oil has phototoxic properties, the risk of skin discoloration then arises.
Origin of raw material: The Chinese orange tree is native to Southern China. It is also grown in Northeast India and tropical regions of South America.
INCI: Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed.
Effect: antiseptic, relaxing, calming
Aroma: citrusy, sweet
Color: yellowish orange to dark orange
Note: head
Recommended application: for massage, for inhalation, for bath, in a diffuser
Contraindications: May irritate sensitive skin. Do not use in case of any wounds or irritation. Not suitable for children, pregnant and lactating women. It has a photosensitizing effect, so do not expose skin to sunlight after application.
Matching oils: cinnamon bark, cloves, turmeric, vanilla
