Bitter Orange
Pure Essential Oil, 10 ml
Botanical Name: citrus aurantium
Cultivation: Wild Certified Organic
Country of Origin: Egypt
Part of Plant: peel
Distillation: cold pressed
Major Biochemicals: Limonene, Myrcene, Sabinene, Octanal, Decanal, Nonal, Linalyl acetate
Common Uses: Antiviral, Antimicrobial, Lymphatic stimulant. Bitter Orange is identical to Sweet Orange except for the aroma which is dry, slightly bitter, similar to Neroli. It’s an especially important oil for scent blends where the warmth of orange is desired but without the sweetness. It creates a more sophisticated floral top note.
Skin Uses: Restorative and hydrating for all skin types
Emotional/Psychological: Eases nervous tension
Blends well with: Rose, Neroli, Frankincense, Vetiver, Coriander, Frangipani, the other orange oils to create a fuller citrus top note
Inside Info: Combine with Neroli and Petitgrain Bigarade to recreate the aroma of a blossoming orange tree.