Description

Sweet Orange

Origin and background

Sweet orange essential oil is made from the peel of an orange by cold extraction. Sweet orange essential oil is often referred to simply as orange oil.

Orange tree (Citrus sinensis) is a cultivated fruit tree belonging to the citrus family. Orange trees don't occur in nature. This crop is thought to have originated in southern China, northeastern India and southeastern Asia (the Indochina Peninsula). The orange tree was brought to the Mediterranean by Italian merchants in the 15th century or by Portuguese sailors around the end of the 15th century or the beginning of the 16th century. Before the spread of the orange in Europe, citrus fruits were used for medicinal purposes, but the orange quickly became popular among the richer population and this delicious fruit was grown in special conservatories, the so-called orangerie’des. The first major plantations were established in Spain in 1792 and in Italy in 1870. In Morocco, oranges were not grown commercially until 1922. Today, orange groves are widespread on all continents.

Properties

Aromatic properties

Aromatherapeutically, the essential oil of sweet orange has a pleasant aroma that has a cheerful and uplifting effect, but at the same time it has a relaxing and soothing effect, helping to slow down the pulse. This oil helps create a warm atmosphere, while strengthening the immune system and cleansing the air of bacteria.

Orange essential oil is one of the most popular essential oils in aromatherapy with its versatility, affordability, and sweetly fresh aroma. The aroma of orange oil is cheerful and helps dispel unpleasant odors, cleaning the room from both musty smells and tobacco smells. Lemon is more effective in getting rid of the tobacco smell, but the orange doesn't lag far behind.

Orange oil has also become a popular ingredient in various natural household and cleaning products. For example, you can add a few drops of orange oil to the floor washing water.

Healing properties

Orange oil has a natural ability to strengthen immunity and reduce the symptoms of many diseases. It is used to treat acne, chronic stress and other health problems.

When added to a massage oil, this essential oil is known to improve blood flow and help relax muscles. Relieves inflammation, headaches, menstrual cramps, and helps with various muscle tensions and pains.

It also has a good effect on the digestive system, helping with abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and bloating.

Helps relieve the symptoms of colds and reduces nasal congestion.

Supposedly even helps increase libido.

By adding it to skin care products, it helps bring a radiant complexion to the skin. Like other oils obtained by cold etraction, sweet orange essential oil can cause photosensitivity and irritate the skin. Therefore, when applying it to the skin, direct sunlight should be avoided for at least 12 hours after use.

Recommended uses

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