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| Extraction Method: |
Steam Distilled |
| Part of Plant: |
Leaves and Twigs |
| Country of Origin: |
India |
| Growing Method: |
Cultivated |
| Description: |
Petitgrain bigarade is native to Southeast Asia and India. The tree now grows throughout the Mediterranean and sub-tropic areas worldwide. The bitter orange tree that provides the Petitgrain Essential Oil is also the source of Bitter Orange Oil and Neroli Oil. |
| Aromatic Description: |
When opening the bottle you get a refreshingly sweet floral aroma, followed by a woody undertone that has a fresh herbaceous note to it. |
| Strength of Aroma: |
Medium |
| Aroma Family: |
Leafie |
| Colour: |
Pale yellow to Amber |
| Consistency: |
Thin |
| Aromatic Note: |
Top |
| Evaporation Rate: |
2-3 hours |
| Blends well with: |
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Clary sage, Geranium, Lavender, Lime, Jasmine, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang. |
| Blending Factor: |
5 |
| Body Systems: |
Digestive, Nervous, Respiratory, Skin care |
| Therapeutic Actions: |
Antidepressant, antispasmodic, deodorant, digestive, sedative, stomachic. |
| Clinically Proven: |
Antibacterial, antifungal, antispasmodic. |
| Common Uses: |
Petitgrain resembles neroli, however it is not as sweet, although I find it more refreshing and it can be used in its place as cheaper option.
Petitgrain is an alternative option to Peppermint for dyspepsia, and it can be used by inhalation or a roller ball formula that you can apply to the area of your pain.
An antidepressant, petitgrain also increases perception and awareness, and re-establishes trust and self-confidence. Aromatherapists have long used it to calm anger and stress. It’s also a wonderful blend for mental stress when feeling tired and have a deadline to meet. And, as it can help with insomnia, it won’t stimulate your brain to the point it will keep you up all night when it’s time to sleep.
For those who suffer from asthma induced by nervousness, petitgrain is a handy one to have on hand to inhale and control breathing whilst having a panic attack.
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| Skincare / Perfumery: |
Petitigrain has been used in the skin care industry for acne, oily skin, and as a deodorizing agent. Its soothing on cystic acne as it helps reduce the overactive sebaceous gland and calms the skin. Very popular in the perfumery industry as it's used in eau de cologne. |
| Best form of Application: |
To skin - Massage, compress, bath, ointment, skin care
Inhalation – direct inhalation, sniffy tube, diffuser, oil vaporiser
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| Personality Profile: |
Comforting and emotionally nourishing, petitgrain is a nurturer. |
| Energetics and Subtle Aromatherapy: |
Cooling and calming for hot conditions of the body, Warming to the spirit and soul. Yin Energy. A gentle oil that helps us feel whole again when we feel fragile, without being overpowering like neroli can be. Revitalising, balancing, Restoring. |
| Astral Profile: |
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
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| Chakra: |
Throat |
| Colour Therapy: |
Greenish-Yellow, Orange |
| Crystal: |
Aquamarine |
| Magical Influences: |
Conscious mind, Protection |
| History: |
Originally the oil was produced in distilleries from the unripe oranges when they were the size of cherries. This explains why it is named petitgrain – which in French means little grains. Nonetheless, this proved to be uneconomical and so the oil began being extracted from the leaves and twigs of the orange tree instead. |
| Shelf life: |
Users can expect a shelf life of 6 Months to 1 Year with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).
Current Batch exp Apr 2023
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| Cautions: |
No known safety hazards or contraindications. |
Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.
Sourced from
Battaglia, S. (2020). Aromatherapy and Chakras. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia.
Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd Edition. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia, 2018
Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
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Tisserand, R. and Young, R. (2014) Essential Oil Safety 2nd Edition. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.
Wildwood, C. (1994). Create Your Own Perfumes using Essential Oils. Piatkus, UK.
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