Sweet Orange - Citrus sinensis
Sweet Orange, Ahh, how refreshing and uplifting.
Oranges are highly cultivated all throughout the United States. However only about 20 percent of the U.S. crop is sold as whole fruit. The remainder is used for orange juice, extracts and preserves. It is used extensively for flavoring of foods, drinks and desserts. It is also widely used in the perfume and cleaning industries.
From the orange tree we get 3 varieties of essential oil. The tips of the branches and leaves give us Petitgrain essential oil. The orange blossoms provide us with Neroli essential oil. And the oils from the outer peel gives us Sweet Orange essential oil. It is the Sweet Orange essential oil that we will be referring to in this article.
Sweet Orange comes from the Citrus sinensis tree and is not to be confused with Bitter Orange which comes from the Citrus amara variety of tree. They have different healing properties.
The essential oil is cold pressed from the outer peel of the orange. You can visibly see the pockets on the outside of the peel. This oil contains Vitamin A, B, and C, just like the fruit.
Orange essential oil seems to spread sunshine. It is uplifting and refreshing. It also has a comforting and warming effect that helps to ease stress, tension, anxiety and depression.
Orange oil is a great oil for aromatherapy beginners and it is safe to use even with children. You can use it on the skin, in the bath, simmered in a diffuser and it is the heart of many floral blends.
Orange is a great oil to use for colds and the flu and it helps combat fever. Its antiseptic and antibacterial properties make it great for naturally eliminating and preventing the development of bacteria and other microbes.
Orange has a settling effect on the stomach, and by stimulating bile, it aids the digestion of fats. It can help constipation and diarrhea as well.
Orange is a tonic for the skin and great for oily skin, dry skin and dull complexions. It softens the epidermis and stimulates circulation making it great for rough and calloused skin and for people that find themselves easily chilled. Its regenerative properties help with the formation of collagen, which is vital for tissue repair and hair growth. Use as a massage oil for cellulite or make a facial splash to help acne prone skin or to combat wrinkles and aging skin. However, it can cause sun sensitivity, so do not expose your skin to the sun for 1 hour after use.
Orange can help with water retention, obesity and heart palpitations. The Sweet Orange variety also increases bronchial secretion.
Medicinal Properties Include: Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, carminative, choleretic, digestive, diuretic, febrifuge, hypotensive, nervous sedative, digestive & lymphatic stimulant, tonic.
Blends well with other citrus oils including Neroli and Lemon. And it also blends well with Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Ginger, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang and spice oils like Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Clove.
Inhalation - Use in a diffuser for colds and flu, nervous
tension and stress. Or when feeling bored and lacking energy.
Great for children's bedrooms, playrooms, uplifting at parties
and other get togethers.
Skin Care -Make a compress or add to a spritzer bottle
and use as a facial splash.
Bath - Use for colds, flu, depression, and to improve circulation.
Massage - Improves circulation, muscle and joint stiffness
and improves skin quality.
Other uses: Mix with Linseed oil (flaxseed) and use as
a furniture
protector. The oil penetrates below the surface to provide added
protection.
Caution: Can cause sun sensitivity. Do not use when
being exposed directly to the sun.
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Recipes
Sensual Massage Oil
10 teaspoons Grapeseed oil
7 drops of Sandalwood essential oil
2 drops Sweet Orange essential oil
1 drop Cinnamon essential oil
Blend ingredients well. As with any massage oil, warm up oil before
doing massage. Great perfume this time of year.
Dishwashing Liquid
Lift your spirits while washing the dishes. Not suited for automatic
dishwashers.
10 drops Lemon essential oil
10 drops Lavender essential oil
10 drops Orange essential oil
Liquid castile soap or other mildly scented dishwashing liquid.
Fill a 32oz. squirt bottle with liquid soap and add the oils.
Shake well.
Kitchen Sink Scrub
1/2 Cup Baking Soda
1/8 Cup Vinegar
5 drops Lemon essential oil
5 drops Orange essential oil
Combine all ingredients. Try Lime or Bergamot also.
Uplifting Diffuser Blend
Essential Oils can make us feel happier. uplifting our spirits
and helping us to be
more positive. Try a simple blend of:
4 drops Bergamot
3 drops Sweet Orange
3 drops Lemon
Use in a diffuser and notice the difference.
Quit Smoking Blend
8 drops Cedar
4 drops Lavender
5 drops Lemon
5 drops Sweet Orange
6 drops Tea Tree
Mix with 16 oz of water & use as an air spray.
Oily Skin Toner
If your skin tends to be on the oily side try the following
toner.
2 drops Geranium
4 drops Sweet Orange
5 drops Lavender
1 Tablespoon Witch Hazel
Mix all ingredients and add enough spring water to make 8 oz.
Use after cleansing your face.
When you're craving sweets turn to the sweet oils like Orange, Lemon and Bergamot. Regular use can reduce the desire for sweet foods.
To scent floors add 2 drops of essential oils to the water
before mopping.
Try Lemon, Rosemary or Orange for a clean, crisp, fresh smell.
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