GRAPEFRUIT ESSENTIAL OIL - Australia

Citrus paradisi Grown on Kureinji land, Australia

Grapefruit Oil (white) is zesty, sweet, citrusy scent that is uplifting and energising.

Process: Cold Pressed Essential Oil

Plant Part: Peels

Note: Top Note

Aroma Family: Citrus

Aroma: Fresh, light, citrusy, sweet, slightly bitter aroma somewhat similar to that of Bitter Orange.

Blends with:

Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Citronella, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Coriander Seed, Cypress, Frankincense, Ginger, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary,Sweet Orange & Sandalwood

“Grapefruit essential oil is quite useful in Bergamot compositions and for all modifications of citrus notes in perfumery.”*1. “Top note in citrus and cologne blends to impart fresh non-green sharpness, body and tenacity.”*2.

Benefits:

Stimulates lymphatics, detoxing, uplifting, energising, cleansing, & helps combat fatigue.

Recommended use:

Grapefruit is popular for detoxing and cleansing products; for uplifting blends in burners, soaps and candles.

Care Instructions:

Not recommended for ingestion. Non-toxic & non-irritating.

Information on the traditional uses and properties of essential oils are provided on this site is for educational use only, and is not intended as medical advice. If you have any serious health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner before use.

Easy Recipe:

Positive Blend Shower Gel

Equipment:

50ml bottle and pump or cap sterilised

Ingredients:

45ml Castille Soap

4 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil

4 drops Jasmine absolute or Essential Oil

1 drop Geranium Essential Oil

Mix the essential oils in with the shower gel. Use first thing in the morning as an energising start to your day.

Reference:

1. Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, pp. 282-4.

2.Lawless, Alec. Artisan Perfumery or Being Led by the Nose, 2009, p. 66.