Petitgrain Lemon Essential Oil

Petitgrain Lemon Leaf essential oil has a lovely delicate, lemony leafy almost grassy character. Historically it used to be distilled from only tiny, young fruit which is how it got its name "petitgrain " which means “little fruit/berry". This oil is known for being able to shift the feeling of “wanting to be alone" to that of “being sociable". It clears the mind and brings brightness and a cheerful awareness. It can have a gentle sedative effective for people  experiencing anger and panic.

Botanical Name: Citrus limon
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Part Typically Used: Leaves
Country of Origin: Spain
Class: Monoterpene

Typical Main Constituents
Limonene - 43%
Pinene beta - 15%
Geranial - 5%
Neral - 3%
Sabinene - 2%

Aromatherapy / Home Use
Nervous System: Nervous exhaustion, Stress, Insomnia, Convalescence, Depression, Anxiety, Panic and Shock.
Digestive:  Flatulence, Dyspepsia, Eases nervous indigestion.
Skin Care: Tones the complexion, Acne and spots, Oily skin & Hair, Excessive perspiration, and deodorant.
Special Use: This oil is known for being able to shift the feeling of €œwanting to be alone€ to that of €œbeing sociable€. It clears the mind and brings brightness and a cheerful awareness. It can have a gentle sedative effective for people experiencing anger and panic.
Blends Well With: Rosemary, Lavender, Geranium, Bitter Orange, Neroli, Jasmine, Palmarosa, Benzoin, Clary sage, Clove
Safety Data: Non-toxic, Non-sensitizing, Non-irritant, Non-phototoxic.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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