Grapefruit Oil
 
Name
 Grapefruit Oil
Code
Scientific Name
Citrus x paradisi
Common Name
 Grapefruit Oil
Extraction Method
Cold expression of the fresh peel of the fruit. A lower grade oil is obtained by steam distillation of the peel and fruit pulp.
Characteristics
A yellow or greenish mobile liquid with a fresh, sweet citrus aroma.
Main Constituents
Limonene (90 per cent), cadinene, paradisiol, neral, geraniol, citronellal, sinensal, as well as esters, coumarins and furocoumarin.
Properties
Antiseptic, antitoxic, astringent, bactericidal diuretic, depurative, stimulant (lymphatic, digestive), tonic.
Key Qualities
Cleansing, stimulating, refreshing, uplifting.
Blends well with
Lemon, palmarosa, bergamot, neroli, rosemary, cypress, lavender, geranium, cardamom and other spice oils.
Safety Data
Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing, non-phototoxic. It has a short shelf life-it oxidizes quickly.
Cautions
Unlike most other citrus essences, grapefruit oil is non-phototoxic. However, the oil has a very short shelf life and must be used within six months of purchase. Once it begins to oxidize, it can cause skin irritation and sensitization.
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