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Petitgrain

Citrus aurantium

Petitgrain Essential Oil (fr. little grain) gains its name from the fact that it used to be extracted from the small unripe oranges of the plant. The oil has a greenish woody orange smell that is widely used in perfumery and found in colognes. Sometimes referred to as ‘the poor man’s Neroli’, it is the classic ingredient in eau de cologne. The Egyptians are said to have created exotic perfume blends using Petitgrain Essential Oil. 

Petitgrain Essential Oil is made by steam distilling fresh leaves and twigs of the Bitter Orange tree Citrus aurantium. This is the same tree that Neroli Oil comes from, but Neroli Oil is made from steam distillation of the flowers/blossoms. The oil was previously extracted from green and young oranges the size of peas, hence the name Petitgrain. Petitgrain has many of the benefits and the same uses as Neroli Essential oil.

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  • STUDIED PROPERTIES
  • COMMON USES

STUDIED PROPERTIES

SPECIFICATIONS 
APPEARANCE Yellow to yellow/brown mobile Liquid 
ODOUR Characteristic  
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @20°C 0.880 to 0.900 
REFRACTIVE INDEX @20°C 1.450 to 1.465 
SOLUBILITY                                    Insoluble In Water, Soluble In Ethyl Alcohol 
FLASHPOINT (°C) >66° 
 
GENERAL CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS 
β-pinene, α-terpineol (p-menth-1-en-8-ol), Geranyl Acetate 

ALLERGENS:  
MATERIAL             CAS NUMBER        MAXIMUM INCLUSION LEVEL (%) 
Limonene             5989-27-5             <11%  
Linalool                78-70-6                 <1% 

COMMON USES

Perfumes  
This oil has a woodsy, fresh scent with a hint of floral. This wonderful aroma is a favorited for natural perfumery, Defuses,  

Room Deodorizers  
When added to body or room spray, the delightful scent of Petitgrain gives off a wonderful aroma and creates an environment that is uplifting and energizing. 

Skincare
This oil has antiseptic properties and can help fight infection by inhibiting bacterial growth when applied to a wound. As it helps fight bacteria and with its lovely floral and woody scent, this oil is a perfect addition to deodorant. It is good for maintaining moisture and oil balance of the skin and can be helpful in the treatment of acne and pimples and can help ease dryness and cracking. 

Diffuser
This oil is antispasmodic so can help relax tissues, nerves, muscles and blood vessels responsible for unwanted, hard-to-control coughing fits. It can uplift moods, help overcome depression, anxiety, stress and anger and promote positive thinking. It has a soothing calming effect on the nerves and will help strengthen the nervous system. As it is a good sedative, diffused in the bedroom it can help with insomnia. Diffused in the heat of summer it will give the home a refreshing, cooling feeling. 

Massage Oils
Petitgrain is one of the oils used to soothe upset tummies when applied with your favorite carrier oil to the abdomen. 

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