Grapefruit Pink Essential Oil
Active Ingredient: Limonene: 90%
Botanical Name: Citrus racemosa
Plant Part: Peel
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Origin: Italy
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.
General Information: Sunrise Botanics provides this essential oils guide for educational purposes only and not as medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare practitioner or resource on uses, safety and precautions for all essential oils Canada, USA and Worldwide.
