Grapefruit Essential Oil (Citrus Paradisi)
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Description
Grapefruit is a subtropical citrus tree known for its relatively large, grows to 16-20 feet tall. It has white flowers and dark green leaves. The fruits sour to semisweet, somewhat bitter. The interior flesh is segmented and varies in color from pale yellow to dark pink.
Grapefruit is a citrus hybrid as an accidental cross between the sweet orange and the pomelo or shaddock. It originated in Asia and was taken to the Caribbean by Europeans in the 1800s.
Benefits: Purifying, cheerful, uplifting
Let Up Diffuser Recipe:
5 drops Grapefruit oil
2 drops Frankincense oil
1 drops Lemongrass oil
For topical application, refer dilution ratios here.
Specifications
Botanical Name |
Citrus paradisi |
Botanical Family |
Rutaceae |
Country of Origin |
USA |
Extraction Method |
Cold Pressed |
Plant Part |
Peel |
Main Compounds |
(+)-Limonene, B-Myrcene, a-Pinene, Sabinene, Nootkatone, Bergapten |
Color |
Pale Yellow - Yellow |
Odor |
Sweet citrusy |
Perfumery Note |
Top |
Strength of Initial Aroma |
Medium - Strong |
Blends with |
Basil, Frankincense, Ylang-Ylang, Geranium, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary, Rose, Chamomile, Sweet Fennel, Lime, Patchouli and Bergamot. |
Cautions
For external use only. Non-toxic, non-irritating, hypoallergenic, use in moderation. Grapefruit has phototoxic properties and avoid exposure to the sun or UV rays after application to the skin.