Neroli/Petitgrain Co-Distill Citrus aurantium var amara (Flowers and Leaves)
Specifics
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| Country of Origin: South Africa | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenols, Esters | Plant Part: Flowers, Leaves |
| Cultivation: Unsprayed | Botanical Families: Rutaceae |
| Aromas: Exotic and Sensual | |
| Note: Middle |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
This is a beautiful and unique oil! The flowers and the leaves of the Citrus Aurantium tree are distilled together to make this new oil. I only know of one distiller producing this oil and the results are great. The Neroli/Petitgrain oil is deeply sedative and antispasmodic.
This oil is used therapeutically for supporting sleep, reducing anxiety, muscle spasms, and for most skin concerns. It is also used for heart palpitations; try combining it with Ylang Ylang.
I have also been using this oil as a perfume, combining it with Jojoba oil and Shea butter. Melt 2 tablespoons (1 oz.) of Jojoba oil and 2 tablespoons of Shea butter in a double boiler. I use a pot that I usually make rice in, fill it 1/4 of the way with water. Boil the water and then add the Jojoba and Shea into a Pyrex measuring cup. Put the Pyrex cup in the pot and you have yourself a double boiler! Melt the Jojoba and Shea over medium heat, and then pour into a small glass jar (2 oz or bigger). Add 6-8 drops of Neroli/Petitgrain and cover until cool. This will make a lovely, soft perfume.
Since 1983 the African distiller of this essential oil has been in business working with rural communities and emerging farmers to establish crops specifically for essential oils. He concentrates primarily on organic essential oils. His company works directly with farmers supplying the distillation units. His company also works directly with farmers and distillers in Madagascar, Rwanda, Zambia and other African countries.
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Traditional Knowledge
- Antidepressant - can help to prevent and alleviate depression
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
- Cicatrisant - cell-regenerative for skin, healing for scars
- Cooling
- Deodorant - removes unpleasant odors
- Nervous system tonic
- Nervous system sedative
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Relaxing for the nervous system
Calms and soothes the heart
Brings us in touch with our higher selves
Facilitates spiritual and creative work
Recipe
Emotionally Balancing Perfume
6 drops Neroli/Petitgrain
3 drops Orange
1 drop Ylang Ylang
Blend into 1 oz. cream or use the perfume recipe above in the \"About\" section. Use freely.
References for Neroli and Petitgrain:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
4. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
5. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd edition, Churchill Livingstone, 1999
6. Tisserand R. The Art of Aromatherapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1977
Safety Issues
No safety issues specific to this oil.
