Petitgrain Essential Oil
Petitgrain Essential Oil (Citrus limonia)
Brand: Raiz Ancestral
Size: 5ml
Origin: Brazil
Extraction Process: Artisanal steam distillation
Plant Part: Leaves
Aroma: Green citrus. Super aromatic, between herbal, fruity, citrusy, and slightly floral. Want to know what this essential oil smells like? Try crushing lemon leaves and feel the freshness. Petitgrain essential oil looks like a synergy.
Benefits:
- Uplifting and mood-boosting
- Calming and relaxing
- Improves focus and concentration
- Supports digestion
- Has antiseptic and antibacterial properties
No, it is not recommended to ingest essential oils. They are highly concentrated and can be toxic if ingested.
Can I use essential oil directly on my skin?
No, it is not recommended to use essential oils directly on your skin. They can irritate your skin. Always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil before applying them to your skin.
How should I store essential oils and vegetable oils?
Store essential oils and vegetable oils in a cool, dark place. Avoid storing them in the bathroom, as the humidity can cause them to spoil.
Additional Notes:
Petitgrain essential oil is generally well-tolerated, but it is always recommended to perform a patch test on a small area of skin before using it extensively.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any underlying health conditions, consult your healthcare provider before using essential oils.
Petitgrain essential oil can be used in a diffuser, added to bathwater, or applied topically (diluted in a carrier oil) for a variety of benefits.
FAQ:
Can I ingest essential oils?
About Raiz Ancestral:
Mariana Xavier is an artisan, farmer, student of plant spagyria and the art of distillation with a focus on the medicinal and aromatic plants of the Brazilian flora. Her production is located in the Chapada dos Veadeiros/Go and the Descoberto/DF Environmental Protection Area. She works with raw materials collected in the Cerrado, where she learns and relates to the mysteries and cures of the forest, through ethnobotany and the valuation of quilombola and indigenous harvests. She has her Jibóia Garden, where she cultivates other aromatic plants such as petitgrain, one of the super aromatic oils of Raiz Ancestral available at ILHA.
How to Use:
Add 1 drop of essential oil to a piece of cotton or felt. Place the cotton or felt in the pendant of your ILHA aromatherapy necklace. Enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy.