| * Botanical Name: Citrus racemosa
* Plant Part: Crude Peel
* Extraction Method: Cold Press
* Origin: France
* Description: The Grapefruit tree was originally from Asia. It is now grown and harvested in the United States, France, Brazil and Israel. The Grapefruit tree itself is a large, shiny gloss-leaved tree, about 10 meters (30 feet) high, with white flowers and large, pale yellow fruit.
* Color: Pink
* Common Uses: Grapefruit Pink essential oil is believed by aromatherapists to be a spiritual up-lifter, and to ease muscle fatigue and stiffness. It is also a purifier of congested, oily and acne prone skin. Grapefruit oil is also sometimes added to creams and lotions as a natural toner, and in some circles it is believed to promote hair growth though there is not any medical documentation verifying this.
* Consistency: Thin
* Note: Medium to Top
* Strength of Aroma: Medium
* Blends well with: Rosemary, Cypress, Lavender, Geranium, Cardamon and generally most spice & citrus oils
* Aromatic Scent: Grapefruit Pink essential oil has a fresh, tart citrus smell that is very characteristic of the fruit.
* History: The differences between the White and Pink Grapefruit are minor. The difference in cost is simply an example of supply and demand; there is more pink grapefruit produced because it is sweeter than the white variety.
* Cautions: None declared, though in rare cases it may cause some photosensitization. For external use only. |
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