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Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf Oil

SKU: EO-BIG-0010

1. Product Specifications
Element Details
INCI Name Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf Oil
CAS Numbers 8014-17-3 ; 72968-50-4
SKU Code EO-BIG-0010
Extraction Method Steam Distilled Essential Oil
Parts Used Leaves and Twigs
Origin Paraguay
Common Names Petitgrain Oil, Bitter Orange Leaf
Appearance Pale yellow to amber colored liquid
Odour Note Refreshing, citrus, herbaceous, lightly floral
Quality 100% pure and natural organic essential oil
Active Ingredients Linalool, esters (linalyl, neryl and geranyl acetates)
Storage Condition Store in a cool, dark place

2. Featured Recipes & Usage
Recipe/Use Ingredients/Instructions Purpose
SPRAY RECIPE - Happy Home - Aroma Home - S.O.S. Kitchen Deo Citrus As described in link Air freshener, deodorizer
Aromatic Perfume - Sweet Tangerine Roll On Perfume oil blend Uplifting fragrance
Aromatic Perfume - Zesty Morning Eau de Cologne Recipe synergy Invigorating, citrus scent
Insomnia Better Sleep Diffusion Diffuser blend Promotes better sleep
Hyperactivity Wellness Synergy Blend Calming
Essential Oils Recipe Synergy for Relaxation Relaxing blend Reduces stress

3. Usage Guide & Tolerability Ratings

Rating Key: +++ = Fantastic | ++ = Acceptable | + = Tolerable | -- = Don’t use

Massages & Body Care
Application Instructions Rating
Body Massage 1–6 drops oil per 10ml carrier oil (0.5–2% concentration) +++
Face Care 1–3 drops oil per 10ml carrier/base (0.5–1% concentration) +++
Body & Hair Care 2–6 drops oil per 10ml carrier/base (1–2% concentration) +++
Bath 10–15 drops oil mixed with 20ml vegetable glycerine or 1 cup Epsom salts +++

Diffusion & Inhalation
Application Instructions Rating
Ultrasonic Diffuser 10min, 3× per day +++
Spray 5 drops oil per 10ml glycerine, add water +++
Steam & Dry Inhalation 5 drops in hot water; dry: few drops on pillow/pyjamas, for sleep +++

Other Uses
Other Applications Instructions/Suggested Use Rating
Cooking Add to summer fruit salads, pastries, mashed veggies, cold soups ++

4. Reported Benefits & Properties
Benefit/Property Effect
Antispasmodic Relieves muscle spasms
Regulates respiration Eases breathing
Anti-inflammatory Reduces inflammation
Mild antibacterial Supports hygiene
Scar healing & regeneration Improves skin recovery
Relaxing & sedative Calms mind, lifts mood

5. Traditional Applications
Method Purpose / Benefit
Fragrance in skincare Personalizing homemade skin care, soaps, cosmetics
Diffusion/inhalers Uplift mood, de-stress, promote sleep
Face creams Balances oily complexion, sebum control
Massage oils Soothes muscles and joint discomfort
Calm coughs/Asthma Eases spasmodic cough and respiratory issues

Works especially well with:

6. Anxiety Synergy Blend
Mixture Instructions Purpose
30 drops Petitgrain Bigarade oil
10 drops Complete Ylang Ylang oil
10 drops Lemongrass essential oil
Apply 2 drops mix to solar plexus, 1 drop inside each wrist 2–3× daily Calming anxiety

7. Safety & Precautions
Safety Point Details
Dilution Do not use undiluted on skin
Pregnancy Avoid in first 3 months
Breastfeeding Avoid during
Children & pets Keep out of reach
Patch Test Always do a skin patch test before first use
Allergens Natural oils may contain trace proteins
More Info Usage instructions, Safety guidelines

Do not use undiluted and seek medical advice when in doubt.