BITTER ORANGE (Citrus aurantium bigardia, C. aurantium)
Same species produces petitgrain from the leaves, neroli from the flower, bitter orange from the peel of the fruit. Produced in Italy, Asia, China through cold expression, is often redistilled for the fragrance industry.
SAFETY: Phototoxic-avoid exposure to direct sunlight or UV light source within 24 hours of application. Safe at normal dosage. Chemical class: ester monoterpene alcohol. Contains coumarin, furocoumarin.
USAGE HISTORY: Chinese, Ayuervedic, and European traditional medicines
PROPERTIES:
- Internal-oral; topical; inhalation
- Relaxing, bright aroma is a favorite for calming nervous children (Sedative)
- Helps to form collagen for skin and muscle repair
- Increases circulation, eases heart palpitations, thins blood (Anticoagulant)
- Immunostimulant, treats colds, flu, chills, fevers-good prevention (Antibacterial, antiviral, febrifuge, expectorant)
- Stimulates hormone production, including sex hormones, growth hormone, adrenalin balance
- Aids kidney and gallbladder conditions, constipation, digestion, blood sugar balance, pancreatic production (Chologogue, choleretic, digestive, carminative, antitoxic)
- Normalizes sebum production, good for dry- dull- oily- or congested skin, aids hydration and hydrolipid layer of protection on skin surface, helps stretch marks, cellulite, lack of skin tone
- Lymphatic and circulatory stimulant, vasoconstrictor, hypotensor
- Systems: Integumentary, immune, muscular-skeletal, cardio-vascular, endocrine, digestive, lymphatic, nervous
PERFUME NOTE: Top note
EMOTIONAL/SPIRITUAL:
- Dispels tension and stress, increases mental clarity
- Relieves nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, and fatigue
- Cheering and energizing, increases concentration
- Harmonizes personality with soul, helps recieve soul guidance and make positive life choices
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