MANADARIN (Citrus reticulata, sometimes C. madurensis, C. nobilis)
Available from green peels, red peels or yellow peels. Also called tangerine in the USA.
Produced by cold expression of the fruit peels, oil can also be produced from the leaves (called mandarin petitgrain), in Italy. Oils produced in the USA are generally produced for the flavor and fragrance trade. I have occasionally seen it produced in China and several other locations as well.
SAFETY: Phototoxic-avoid exposure to direct sunlight or UV light source within 24 hours of application. Classification: aldehyde, contains coumarin and furocoumarin.
USAGE HISTORY: Fairly new oil to the aromatherapy market, this oil was originally produced for the perfume industry.
PROPERTIES:
- Internal-oral; topical; inhalation
- Detoxifying-supports herbal cleansing, reduces cellulite, edema, water retention, purifies the blood, stimulates kidneys (Diuretic, detoxifier, laxative)
- Increases lymph circulation and drainage
- Immunostimulant, possible anticancer properties (Antifungal, antibacterial, antiseptic)
- Aids PMS and menstrual cramping (Antispasmodic, emmenogogue, aphrodisiac)
- Relieves indigestion, colic, swallowing of air, constipation and intestinal problems (Digestive, stomachic, parasiticide)
- Eases difficult breathing (Tranquillizer)
- Tonifies skin, treats acne and congested skin conditions, dry, oily and combination skin, moisturizes, treats stretch marks and scars
- Systems: Immune, integumentary, digestive, cardi-vascular, lymphatic, genito-urinary, nervous
PERFUME NOTE: Top note
EMOTIONAL/SPIRITUAL:
- Wonderfully gentle and appealing oil for children, calms overactive children, ADD or ADHD symptoms
- Balances oversensitivity
- Brings up inner child energy
- Enhances Christ consciousness connection, aids hypnotherapy
- Relaxing and calming, enhances mental clarity and balances moodiness
- Very stabilizing to the energy field
- Chakra: Solar plexus, heart
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