Grapefruit Essential Oil - 10ml

Grapefruit essential oil is a favourite not just for its delightful scent, but for its ability to help ease water retention and congestion. Grapefruit essential oil is derived from Citrus Paradisi fruit peels. Both pink and white grapefruit essential oils are available, with the pink variety normally being more sweetly scented than the white. Its sweet, tangy, tart citrus fragrance blends beautifully with other essential oils, including white pine oil and frankincense oil. This essential oil is cold-pressed or expressed. It has a thin consistency, and when used in aromatherapy, it is considered a top note.

Primary Uses:

Treats headaches, anxiety and depression; eases Alzheimer's symptoms; combats obesity; reduced appearance of cellu;ite; eliminates water retention and puffy skin; cleanses liver; kidneys, lymph system, and vascular system; boosts mood; promotes phsycial energy; repels insects.

Grapefruit essential oil is particularly effective against fleas, and if you have pets, it helps repel flies. It can be used in formulating nontoxic household products, massage oils, lotions, and bath prodcuts, including shampoos and conditioners.

When used in meditation, it aids in releasing confusion, clearing mental chatter, and relieving feelings of sadness and tension. It is also known for its abiltiy to bring clarity and a renewed sesne of spirital purpose.

Properties:

Antidepressant, antiseptic, antitumoral, cleansing, detoxifying, disinfectant, diuretic, fat-dissolving, metabolic, stimulant, tonic.

Botanical Name: Citrus paradisi
Other Names: Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil
INCI Name: Citrus paradisi peel Oil
Cas Number: 8016-20-4
Family: Rutaceae

Ingredients: 100% Citrus paradisi Oil
Plant Part: Fruit Rind/Peel
Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed
Appearance: Thin liquid
Colour: Yellow to orange-red
Country of Origin: Argentina / USA

Key Constituents: Limonene, Alpha Pinene, Sabinene
Aroma: Citrus, Sweet, Fruity
Note: Top

Grapefruit Essential Oil Safety

• Essential oils are extremely potent and can cause serious harm if used incorrectly.
• In line with the Therapeutic Goods Act, we do not recommend ingesting essential oils without the guidance of a registered Aromatherapist or Naturopath.
• Keep essential oils out of reach of children and pets.
• Avoid using essential oils during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.
• Essential oils are highly concentrated and can cause irritation or reactions if applied directly to the skin. For this reason, we recommend diluting your essential oils before using them topically (on the skin).
• Cat should avoid this essential oil as it is toxic towards them but it is beneficial to dogs and horses.

Application:

Dilute grapefruit essential oil 50:50 with a carrier oil before use. It is suitable for direct inhalation, diffusion, topical application, and ingestion.

Blends Well with: 

Angelica Root, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Catnop, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Clove, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Frankincense, Geraniu, German Chamomie, Ginger, Hyssop, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Myrrh, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Pine, Tangerine, Thyme, Vetiver, Yarrow and Ylang-ylang.