Sweet orange essential oil comes from Citrus sinensis, the oranges you are used to eating. It is derived from the fruit, especially the rind, and it is mostly used in aromatherapy but has been studied for topical application.
There are other types of orange essential oils you may come across, 'bitter' orange essential oil comes from the rind of the fruit of Citrus aurantium. It is used in aromatherapy, topical application, and internal use.
You may be most familiar with orange essential oil as a food flavoring agent or an ingredient in some cleaning supplies. And though research on effectiveness for health purposes is limited, orange essential oil may also be useful in easing stress and anxiety and improving acne.
In addition to its long list of therapeutic benefits, Sweet Orange Essential Oil carries a refreshingly citrus-sweet aroma that is redolent to the fresh fruit.
As one of our most popular essential oils, Sweet Orange Oil is known for its many benefits that have been seen to assist in all aspects of life.
- In aromatherapy, the benefits of Sweet Orange Essential Oil are primarily known to provide a refreshing and uplifting boost. This makes it a fantastic essential oil for tiredness and fatigue.
- The calming properties of Sweet Orange Oil can also help relax and calm those who are feeling stressed, anxious, nervous or angry. These same calming properties also make it one of the best essential oils for sleep.
- From a health perspective, various Sweet Orange Essential Oil benefits have been seen to assist with symptoms of colds and flus. When diffused and inhaled, Sweet Orange Oil is also known to strengthen the immune system whilst boosting overall wellbeing.
- Sweet Orange Essential Oil is also incredibly popular when it comes to all things’ skincare; when diluted and applied topically, it has been seen to soothe irritated and dry skin and because of this, it is a fantastic essential oil for acne.
- Others have seen the benefits of Sweet Orange Essential Oil when trying to ease inflammation and water retention.
For those wanting to create their own essential oil blend, Sweet Orange Essential Oil blends well with Cedarwood essential oil, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Ginger, Pepper Black and Tea Tree essential oils. To create a soothing essential oil blend that can assist with sleep, combine Sweet Orange Oil with Frankincense, Lavender, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang essential oils. You can also read our Sweet Orange Essential Oil reviews below to see how other people are enjoying Sweet Orange Essential Oil.
Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis
Other Names: Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Plant Part: Fruit Rind
Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed
Country of Origin: India
Sweet Orange Essential Oil Safety
- Sweet Orange Essential Oil is not to be taken internally. Essential Oils are highly concentrated, powerful oils and have the ability to cause serious harm if ingested without the necessary expertise required - for this reason, ingestion of essential oils is NOT recommended for the general public.
- Essential oils should be kept out of reach of children and pets.
- Avoid using Sweet Orange Essential Oil during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.
- To avoid possible skin sensitivity, dilute prior to topical application.
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