Petitgrain (bitter orange leaf) BIO
Citrus aurantium var. amara
essential oil
- Chemotype: Linalyl Acetate
- Distilled Part: Leaf
- Origin: Paraguay
Main components:
- Terpenic esters: linalyl acetate, neryl acetate, geranyl acetate ≈60%
- Monoterpenols: linalool, terpinen-4-ol≈30%
- Monoterpenes: limonene, β-pinene, α-pinene ≈5%
Indicated for:
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Palpitations
- Insomnia
Uses:
Aromadiffusion: Add 5 to 10 drops of EO (combinable with EO lavender vera).
Topical route: Apply 2 drops on the inner side of the wrists and perform deep inhalations / add 8 drops to the EO inhaler.
Inhalation route: Add 2 drops on a handkerchief and perform deep inhalations.
Indicated for:
- Nervous dystonia
Uses:
Topical route: Dilute 2 drops of EO in 10 drops of VO apricot and perform a massage on the pit of the stomach.
In special situations (pregnancy, pediatrics, polymedicated patients…) to use under the supervision of a specialist.