Miracolo, Orange Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Citrus Sinensis

Origin: Brazil

Extraction: Extracted from the orange peel by cold-pressing

Scent: Sweet, fresh and tangy smell

Properties

Antiseptic, anti-depressant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, carminative, diuretic, cholagogue, sedative and tonic

General Use

Orange essential oil is also sometimes called sweet orange and it is a very versatile oil. It is known as a happy oil for the fact that it has a sweet, uplifting that can calm nervous tension, lift feelings of depression, and promote restful sleep in cases of insomnia. It is especially helpful as well to get restless children to calm down and get a restful sleep at night. Hyperactive children can find the benefit of orange oil in helping them to calm down and not be easily agitated or feel restless.

Orange oil has detoxifying and cleansing effect throughout the body. It is also widely used as part of a massage blend, where it helps to improve blood circulation, stimulates the lymphatic system, and supports the action of the bladder and kidneys. It helps to assist the removal of toxins and waste from the body.

Orange oil can help to tone, revitalise, and brighten skin. When used in skincare products, orange oil can help to promote the production of collagen and support the skin’s natural repairing process. Orange oil has the limonene compound, which helps with healing and makes an effective antiseptic. Due to its astringent and toning, it helps to clarify oily skin, revitalise a dull or tired-looking complexion.

Orange oil supports the immune system and it makes a great oil to fight off symptoms of cold or flu virus. It calms the digestive system, helping food to move efficiently through the gut, relieves constipation and trapped wind, and eases indigestion.

Aromatherapy Orange oil can help with cold and flu, nervousness, tension, stress, and creating a feeling of happiness and warmth while helping children fall asleep at night. Blended in carrier oil, base cream or in the bath Orange oil can assist with cold and flu, eliminate toxins, boost the lymphatic and immune system and help ease nervous tension and stress.

When used in a cream, lotion or carrier oil, orange oil can assist the lymphatic system, helping to detoxify congested skin. Although it is a good general skin tonic, it is great for older and more mature skin, dealing with dermatitis, acne and soothing dry irritated skin. The general tonic action seems to stem from the action it has on supporting collagen formation in the skin, which is required for healthy, young-looking skin.

Blends well with Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Clary sage, Clove, Coriander, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Litsea Cubeba, Marjoram, Myrrh, Neroli, Nutmeg, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang

Recommended Dosage

Massage: 2 drops to 10 ml carrier oil

Bath: 5 drops in full drawn bath

Ceramic Burner/Aroma Lamp: 4-5 drops in a bowl of water

Essential Oil Diffuser: 5-10 drops in water

Not to be taken orally

Store below 30˚C in dark, cool place, out of direct sunlight

Do not apply directly to skin

Keep out of reach of children

PRECAUTION:

It is a safe non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing oil, yet care must be taken with it since it can have a phototoxic effect. It should therefore preferably not be applied before going out into sunlight for prolonged periods. Orange oil may irritate sensitive skin and cause dermatitis in certain individuals. It is best to always dilute orange oil with a base or carrier oil, lotion or water before applying or spraying it to the skin and to refrain from applying it purely on the skin. Our essential oils are 100% pure.

However, we do NOT recommend the ingestion of essential oils. They are highly concentrated and have the capacity to cause serious damage if used internally without the necessary expertise required. This is supported by the International Federation of Aromatherapists that does not recommend ingestion of essential oils unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical aromatherapy.

Package Content: 1 x 100% Orange Pure Essential Oil 10 ml | 30ml