Bitter Orange Essential Oil
Citrus aurantium
Citrus aurantium
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Aroma: Sweet, citrus, fruity, clean
Note: Top
Extraction: Cold Pressed
Part Used: Peel
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: Brazil
Bitter Orange is an energetic, uplifting oil perfect for diffusing to brighten up a room or add to a homemade cleanser to aid in cleaning and lend a bright clean scent. Bitter Orange can also be added to skincare products or homemade essential oil blends to boost immunity, or to skincare products or blends to purify and beautify the skin.
Bitter Orange is considered potentially phototoxic. If applied to the skin at over maximum use level (1.25%) skin must not be exposed to sunlight or sunbed rays for at least 12 hours. Please see the safety tab and appropriately dilute all essential oils for maximum safety and enjoyment.
Please note: Our Bitter Orange roll-on is intended for use beneath clothing and away from sunlight. They are not diluted sufficiently for sun exposure.
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TOPICALLY:
Apply 1-2 diluted drops on area of concern, pulse points, abdomen, or back
Dilute and add several drops to skin or skin care products
Potentially phototoxic. See safety tab for information regarding dilution rate and directions for U.V. exposure.
AROMATIC:
Add 8-10 drops to a diffuser
Add a drop to palms of hands, cover nose and mouth and inhale
Add to water in spray bottle to spritz in room or on linens
Inhale scent directly from bottle, or put a drop on tissue and inhale
INTERNALLY: (see internal use safety recommendations)
Dilute with carrier oil & add to cold or hot beverage to benefit body systems
Add 1-10 diluted drops to capsule
CULINARY:
Add to marinades, desserts, & drinks to enhance the flavor of foods
Hazards: Skin sensitization if oxidized; phototoxic (low risk).
Contraindications (dermal): If applied to the skin at over maximum use level, skin must not be exposed to sunlight or sunbed rays for 12 hours.
Cautions: Old or oxidized oils should be avoided.
Maximum dermal use level: 1.25% (for phototoxicity).Â
Our Recommendations: Â If pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have liver or kidney dysfunction, consult your health care practitioner before use. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, and sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children.
If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test on an insensitive part of the body (If it is not already diluted, dilute with a carrier oil).
Citrus oils are especially prone to oxidation. Store in a covered or dark, airtight container in the refrigerator or cool area for the longest shelf life.
A summary of biological activities of different citrus essential oils. (Bitter Orange biological properties listed in Table 3)

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