Description
"Tangerine Essential Oil" is cold-pressed from the peel of Citrus reticulata, a bright citrus fruit cultivated worldwide. This oil carries a sweet, tangy aroma that promotes a cheerful, energizing, and uplifting atmosphere. It is widely applied in aromatherapy to reduce stress, enhance mood, and encourage relaxation, while its antioxidant properties benefit skincare. It combines harmoniously with spicy, floral, and citrus oils. Its vibrant fragrance ensures its ongoing use in personal care and relaxation rituals.
Category
Single Oils
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Color
Orangish Yellow
Aroma Family
Citrus
Tangerine Essential Oil
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata
Common Names
Unshu Orange, Satsuma Orange, Temple Orange, Tangor Murcott
Directions For Use
Diffuse 4 drops of tangerine essential oil to enjoy its sweet, citrusy aroma. For topical use, dilute 2 drops with 10 ml of carrier oil before application. Follow specific brand recommendations for safe internal use.
Diffuse 4 drops of tangerine essential oil to enjoy its sweet, citrusy aroma. For topical use, dilute 2 drops with 10 ml of carrier oil before application. Follow specific brand recommendations for safe internal use.
Oil Applications
Internally, tangerine essential oil supports immune, respiratory, digestive, and lymphatic health while detoxifying the body. It enhances the flavor of foods, drinks, and baked goods. Topically, it soothes skin, reduces redness, and promotes a radiant appearance. Its cleansing properties support clear skin and maintain a healthy complexion. In aromatherapy, tangerine oil relieves stress, calms anxiety, and boosts energy, creating an uplifting atmosphere. It also promotes focus and relaxation, making it ideal for emotional balance.
Internally, tangerine essential oil supports immune, respiratory, digestive, and lymphatic health while detoxifying the body. It enhances the flavor of foods, drinks, and baked goods. Topically, it soothes skin, reduces redness, and promotes a radiant appearance. Its cleansing properties support clear skin and maintain a healthy complexion. In aromatherapy, tangerine oil relieves stress, calms anxiety, and boosts energy, creating an uplifting atmosphere. It also promotes focus and relaxation, making it ideal for emotional balance.
Main Constituents
a-Pinene, Myrcene, Limonene, y-Terpinene, Citronellal, Linalool, Neral, Neryl Acetate, Geranyl Acetate, Geraniol, Thymol, Carvone
Properties
Tangerine essential oil offers antiseptic, antispasmodic, depurative, sedative, stomachic, and tonic properties. Its diverse benefits support overall wellness, from digestion to relaxation.
Aromatic Profile
Tangerine essential oil features a fresh, sweet, and citrusy aroma, offering an uplifting and refreshing sensory experience.
Safety Considerations
Tangerine essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children, and consult a physician if pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, avoid use in cases of endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
Tangerine essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children, and consult a physician if pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, avoid use in cases of endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
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References
Blends Well With
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