Product Description

Botanical Name: Citrus x paradisi * Plant Part: Peel * Extraction Method: Cold Pressed * Origin: USA * Description: The grapefruit tree was originally from Asia but 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 with pink flesh. * Color: Pink to and orange-pink liquid. * 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 and is sometimes added to creams and lotions as a natural toner and cellulite treatment. Grapefruit Essential Oil is reputed to ease nervous exhaustion and relieve depression. * Consistency: Thin * Note: Middle * Strength of Aroma: Medium * Blends well with: Grapefruit Pink blends well with other members of the citrus family, Rosemary, Cypress, Lavender, Geranium, Cardamom and generally most spice oils. * Aromatic Scent: Grapefruit Pink Essential Oil has a fresh, sweet citrus smell that is very characteristic of the fruit. * History: The differences between the White and Pink Grapefruits 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: Grapefruit Essential Oil can cause photosensitivity. Avoid use during pregnancy.