Grapefruit Citrus paradisi
Specifics
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| Country of Origin: USA | Extraction Method: Cold Pressed |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes | Plant Part: Fresh Fruit Rind |
| Cultivation: Unsprayed | Botanical Families: Rutaceae |
| Aromas: Citrus, Fresh, Fruity | |
| Note: Top |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
Although it is often used for its wonderful diuretic and astringent properties, I love Grapefruit most for its sparkling aroma. The scent adds such sunshine to whatever space it is diffusing in.
Great for making a room spray or adding to dried flowers in a bowl. Use freely in a diffuser.
Sometimes I will add other citrus oils like Lime and Orange for a more expansive scent. The smell brings freshness and is a great choice any time of year.
Grapefruit is a great deodorizer.
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Traditional Knowledge
- Antidepressant - can help to prevent and alleviate depression
- Antiseptic- assists in fighting germs/infections
- Astringent - contracts and tightens tissue
- Antiviral
- Cooling
- Decongesting
- Diuretic - aids in reduction of fluids
- Tonic - strengthens and restores vitality to various body systems
- Uplifting
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Uplifting and cleansing
Highly energetic
Reduces tension and depression
Exudes happy, outward energy
Recipe
Sunny Diffuser Blend
5 drops Grapefruit
5 drops Orange
2 drops Lime
Add to your diffuser. Soak up the sunshine!
References:
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. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
Safety Issues
Phototoxic. May cause skin irritation. Use in low dilution (1%) when applying to the skin, such as in bath or massage oils. Older, oxidized oils increase the potential for skin irritation. It is considered best to buy citrus oils that are from organically grown fruit as citrus trees can be heavily sprayed with pesticides.
