Citrus sinensis
Family: Rutaceae - citrus
Orange oil, as with other citrus oils are actually cold pressed from the rind, not steam distilled as a traditional essential oil. Orange is the perfect oil for adding to drinks and smoothies, diffusing as an air freshener and adding to your cleaning routine.
Family: Rutaceae - citrus
Orange oil, as with other citrus oils are actually cold pressed from the rind, not steam distilled as a traditional essential oil. Orange is the perfect oil for adding to drinks and smoothies, diffusing as an air freshener and adding to your cleaning routine.
Application
- Diffuse and inhale
- Apply topically to skin with a carrier on area of concern or on the bottoms of the feet
- G.R.A.S - generally regarded as safe for internal consumption, can use as a dietary supplement, to flavor food, in beverages, and cooking
Beauty and Personal Care
- use to perk up dull complexion
- use in toners and creams for oily skin
- dermatitis, skin conditions
- hydrates cells which makes it a great treatment for wrinkles
Cleaning
- you can use orange oil to purify drinking water
- removes sticky adhesive from surfaces
- removes gum
- removes ink, marker and paint from metal, glass or smooth surfaces
- Air purifier and deodorizer
- makes a great air freshener, especially when mixed with other citrus oils or cinnamon
Medicinal Properties
- anxiety, depression and stress relief
- improves digestion and helps with indigestion, gas, bloating, constipation and diarrhea
- nausea and morning sickness
- appetite suppressant which makes it useful for weight loss
- lowers high cholesterol
- bronchitis, cough and cold (mix with cold and cinnamon for a more potent healer)
- flu and fever
- gargle for sore throat and canker sores
Caution
As with all citrus oils, orange is photo toxic so make sure to cover up when in the sun for 12 hours after applying.
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