All About Orange Oil

About Orange Oil:

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Orange oil is beneficial for maintaining the appearance, health & texture of the skin as it promotes radiance, clarity, smoothness & radiance. It is used for reducing the signs of acne & uncomfortable skin conditions. It increases the flow of blood.

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In Essence:

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This oil is also known as sweet orange essential oil; it is derived from the fruits of the citrus sinesis botanical and bitter orange oil is derived from the citrus Aurantium.

It enhances immunity & reduces symptoms of numerous ailments that help in traditional medicines.

It is used in aromatherapy as it has a pleasant scent that is cheerful & uplifting. It reduces pulse rate as it has a relaxing & calming effect.

It creates a warm environment & stimulates the strength of the immune system & eliminates the airborne bacteria.

It is beneficial for maintaining the health, appearance & texture of the skin as it promotes the clarity, radiance & smoothness by reducing the signs of acne.

It is used in massage as it is known to increase the blood flow. It is known to relieve the discomforts of the inflammation, menstruation & headache.

It is used in medicines as it reduces the incidents of painful muscle contractions. It is used in massage as it relieves the stress, improper digestion & congestion of the nose.

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History:

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This oil is also known as sweet orange essential oil; it is derived from the fruits of the citrus sinesis botanical and bitter orange oil is derived from the citrus Aurantium. The original & exact origin of the plant is unknown as it can grow anywhere in the world. It is believed that is originated between the South-West of Chine & the Himalayas. For many years; it was believed that the sweet orange tree was considered the form of bitter orange tree. Orange oil can naturally enhance immunity & reduces the symptoms of different ailments. It is used in traditional medicines for treating acne, chronic stress & other problems. In China, it is known as the symbol of good fortune.

This has many domestic uses like it can be added to the soft drinks, candy, desserts, chocolate & sweetmeats. Orange oil has anti-septic & preservative properties that are ideal for use in cosmetic & skincare products.

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Benefits:

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Let's have a look at the main constituents of Orange Oil:

LIMONENE

• Anti-oxidant
• Stimulant
• Digestive
• Detoxicant
• Appetite-suppressant

β-MYRCENE

• Anti-inflammatory
• Analgesic
• Anti-biotic
• Sedative

α-PINENE

• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-septic
• Expectorant
• Bronchodilator

CITRONELLOL

• Anti-fungal
• Sedative
• Anti-viral
• Anti-microbial
• Anti-spasmodic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-oxidant
• Anti-convulsant

GERANIOL

• Anti-oxidant
• Anti-bacterial
• Anti-septic
• Analgesic

LINALOOL

• Sedative
• Anti-depressant
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-anxiety
• Anti-epileptic
• Analgesic

NERAL

• Apoptotic
• Anti-nociceptive
• Anti-inflammatory

It is used in aromatherapy as it has a pleasant scent; it is cheerful & uplifting that's why it provides a relaxing & calming effect. It is very beneficial if you use it in a diffuser; when you ate stressed, anxiety, sadness, anger, hypertension, frustration & negative moods. It diminishes the unpleasant scents. It stimulates the strength of the immune system & eliminates the bacteria & pathogens. It has sedative properties that work as a natural aphrodisiac. It is believed that its scent can enhance the cognitive function that makes it easy to recall the memories. This helps in sleeping as it enhances the sleep quality that facilitates the detoxifying process of the body. It enhances the sense of relaxation & contributes to the anti-bacterial & cleansing properties.

It is used in cosmetics, it maintains the health, appearance & texture of the skin as it promotes the clarity, radiance & smoothness. It reduces the signs of acne & other skin problems. It is also used in massage as it increases the blood flow that relieves the discomforts associated with inflammation, headaches & menstruation. It soothes the bones & joint pain. It has an astringent property that contributes to the anti-aging benefits. It works as a tonic that detoxifies & cleanses the skin. It is used as the natural moisturizer & cleanser as it nourishes the skin, soothes dryness & irritation & enhances the collagen production. It is an effective treatment for skin hydration.

It is used in medicines as it reduces the painful & reflexive muscle contractions. It has anti-oxidant properties that repair the damaged cells.

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Extraction method:

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Orange oil is extracted by the cold pressing method as it protects the anti-oxidants & active ingredients. After the cold press method, some oils are steam-distilled. The color of the orange oil can be orange-yellow or orange-brown & it has the light, fresh & sweet fragrance of the fruit itself.

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Uses:

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This oil is used in aromatherapy that can deodorize leaving its own fresh & energizing scent. When you inhale the scent of the oil from the bottle has a sedative, relaxing effects that reduce the anxiety & contribute the feeling of being alert. It can be diffused throughout the room by adding 5-6 drops in a diffuser. It boosts the mood & improves the digestion. It eases both mental & physical fatigue.

It can be added in the laundry to scent the clothes or even in the dishwasher. It is used in cosmetics as it enhances the complexion for the patients who suffer eczema. It is very effective for skin with acne as it prevents breakouts. It eliminates bacteria, soothe inflammation, and reduces pain & swelling.

It reduces the blemishes & unwanted spots without dehydrating the skin. It has anti-bacterial & anti-inflammatory properties. It is used to deeply cleansing face that reduces the amount of oil on the skin & even controls the acne breakouts.

It is used for hair as it eliminates the bacteria, reduces dandruff & itchiness by restoring the moisture & balances the scalp's ph. It is used in medicines as it reduces inflammation, promotes relaxation & enhances circulation. It improves digestion that eases or prevents cramps & constipation. It can be combined with carrier oils & massaged on the belly. It promotes the release of toxins & stimulates the bladder & lymphatic system.

It has anti-inflammatory properties that provide relief from the pain & swelling in the joints. It is also used to improve digestion. It encourages the digestive enzymes to be released that improves the digestion & prevent or relieve gas & constipation.

Guide to Jojoba Oil Varieties & Benefits:

ORANGE OIL VARIETY	COUNTRY OF ORIGIN	BENEFITS OF OIL
ORANGE ESSENTIAL OIL (SWEET)	Brazil	Have a scent that contributes a refreshing, warming, uplifting, and bright feeling to the environment Have a calming and balancing effect on the mood
ORANGE BITTER (SICILY) ESSENTIAL OIL	Italy	Balance skin's moisture and oiliness Be an ideal cleansing ingredient for those with oily skin and clogged pores Clean, calm, and balance skin without stripping its natural oils Exhibit anti-bacterial, anti-septic, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, which benefit skin that is acne-prone, clogged, dull, or oily Have a soothing, sedative, and uplifting effect on the mood Enhance digestive functions by relieving constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, and stomach cramps Be helpful for relieving cold and flu symptoms
BLOOD ORANGE (SICILY) ESSENTIAL OIL	Italy	Be anti-inflammatory, anti-septic, carminative, diuretic, and sedative Be a tonic Be a cholagogue Be an effective remedy for various health issues associated with inflammation, such as arthritis Effectively offer relief to those suffering from fevers or the side effects of medication or toxic substances Have anti-septic and anti-bacterial properties that make it ideal for use when trying to prevent minor wounds or burns from becoming infected Have a pleasant aroma that has been described as being uplifting for the mood, making it ideal for addressing negative emotions such as sadness and stress Have anti-spasmodic properties, which make it valuable as a muscle relaxant that addresses spasms before they become serious Have mild aphrodisiac qualities
ORANGE ORGANIC ESSENTIAL OIL (SWEET)	USA	Be the ideal choice for use in natural products that require only organic ingredients Have a scent that contributes a refreshing, warming, uplifting, and bright feeling to the environment Have a calming and balancing effect on the mood Improve concentration

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Contraindications:

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1. Consult a doctor before use, if you are pregnant or nursing.
2. Keep away from children under the age of 7.