Orange Sweet

Botanical ID

Citrus Sinensis

Plant part used

Fruit rind

Place of origin

USA

Description

An evergreen tree, smaller than the bitter variety, less hardy with fewer or no spines. The fruit has a sweet pulp and non-bitter membrane.

Characteristics

A zesty and refreshing citrus fragrance.

Method of extraction

Expression or cold pressing

General

Light, delightful and joyous describes Sweet Orange oil. Aromatically it possesses a quality that helps to bind blends of essential oils together when two or more oils are used.

Blends well with

Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Rosewood, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang.

Indications

Mind & Spirit – The cheerful nature of sweet orange conveys warmth and happiness, assists people to relax and unwind (vaporizer, bath or massage). Children love the aroma so it can be useful in assisting them to sleep (bath or vaporizer).

Skin & Hair – Beneficial and soothing to dry, irritated, or acne prone skin conditions (compress or massage).

Contraindications

May be lightly phototoxic – sensitive to sunlight.