Neroli Essential Oil
Extraced by distillation of the flower, though it can also be solvent extracted, Neroli has a deeply floral, sweet notes and a overtone of light citrus. It maintains a healthy digestive system, is uplifting and is good for everyday living.
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How to use?
4-5 drops in bath, on tissue or in a vaporiser. 15 drops in 50ml carrier.
WARNING – do not apply undiluted or internally. Keep away from children and eyes. Store in a cool, dark place.
| Latin Name | Citrus aurantium var amara flos |
| Synonyms | Orange flower oil, orange blossom, neroli bigarde |
| Plant family | Rutaceae |
| Extraction | Distillation of the flower. Can also be solvent extracted. |
| Origin | Morocco |
| Plant characteristics | An evergreen tree up to 10 metres high with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant with flowers from which the essential oil of neroli is distilled. |
| Oil characteristics | A pale yellow oil with a deeply floral, sweet notes and a overtone of light citrus. |
| Traditional use | Named after the Italian Princess Nerola, the oil was used as a nerve tonic and blood cleanser. Neroli is a soothing and calming essential oil. Has a rejuvenating and regenerative effect on the skin. It is beneficial for all skin types particularly mature, dry and sensitive skin. |
| Blends well with | Chamomile, coriander, geranium, clary-sage and ylang ylang essential oils |
| Cautions and comments | There are no known contra-indications. It is essential to use the genuine version of this much adulterated and simulated essential oil. The flowers of the sweet orange tree do not yield such a high quality essential oil as the bitter orange tree. |
| Main chemical constituents | Terpenes (35%), alcohols (40%), esters (7% – 20%). |