Greek Petitgrain Organic Essential Oil

If you are interested in buying larger size quantities we would love to receive your email at info@vessel.gr Greek Petitgrain Organic Essential Oil Batch: E1002011 Download Datasheet E1002011 Download Datasheet E1001353 PETITGRAIN Common names: bitter orange leaf oil, Seville orange leaf, orange petitgrain, sour orange leaf, petitgrainbigaradeorbigarade from French production, oil produced in Paraguay is referred to as ‘petitgrain Praguay’, (sometimes also known as Poor Man's Neroli due to the aromatic similarity and a much lower price tag) Latin name: Citrus x aurantium Botanical family:Rutaceae Method of extraction:distilled Plant part used to extract the oil:leaves and twigs Cultivation method: organic cultivation Area of origin: Chalkidiki, Central Macedonia, Greece Historical notes: Citrus trees have been cultivated in Greece for hundreds of years. Bitter orange tree is a popular ornamental, known as nerantziá or kitromiliá. While the petitgrain oil is distilled from the leaves, the fruits are highly priced and used for preparation of so called ‘spoon sweets’ (preserves, usually made from sour or bitter fruits, served in a spoon as a gesture of hospitality). Biochemical group:ester Main chemical constituents: linalyl acetate, linalool, alpha-terpineol, geranyl acetate, trans-beta-ocimene, neryl acetate, myrcene, geraniol ,nerol, limonene, beta-pinene, others Colour: clear, very pale yellow Consistency: thin Aroma strength: medium Perfumery note:top to middle Aroma: sweet, yet tart, fresh with subtle floral nuances of orange blossom scent (Neroli) and woody characteristics Traditional Aromatherapy Uses: Traditionally in aromatherapy treatments petitgrain is associated with the following therapeutic properties: antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, deodorant, digestive, nervine, sedative, stomachic, stabilising to the nervous, stimulant (digestive system), tonic Qualified aromatherapists may use petitgrain essential oil for common complaints such as: skin conditions: acne, overproduction of sebum, blemishes, tonifying; deodorising products digestive issues: spasmodic conditions, indigestion, dyspepsia nervous exhaustion and stress related conditions like insomnia, stabilising to the nervous system, refreshing, uplifting respiratory issues - asthma aggravated by anxiety and depression. others How we use it: Inhalation / Vapourisation: Try to vapourise or use in a personal inhaler: - to alleviate stress, nervous tension, anxiety- it blends well with our mandarin oil. Alternatively combine with clary sage, geranium, lavender, sweet orange, or exotics such as ylang-ylang or Australian sandalwood. - For insomnia – blend with Roman chamomile, lavender, clary sage or sweet marjoram - Vapourise for uplifting, anti-depressant effect – try with other citruses, e.g. sweet orange or bergamot, florals such as lavender, geranium, ylang-ylang or Australian sandalwood. - Invigorating, energising combinations: try with ginger, lemon, rosemary or peppermin