Mandarin Oil, Organic – Food & Cosmetic

Description: Organic mandarin essential oil is obtained from the Citrus Reticulata plant through the process of cold pressing of the fruit peels.

Special Characteristics: Organic mandarin essential oil has a strong, sweet, refreshing, characteristic aroma. It contains alpha-thujene, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, citral, gamma-terpinolene, geraniol, limonene, and linalool.

Applications: Organic mandarin essential oil is a valuable source of antioxidants and has been proven to neutralize the free radicals that damage our body cells. Acting as effectively as vitamin C, organic mandarin essential oil serves as a natural remedy against age-related diseases, as well as external signs of aging. In contrast to other citrus fruits, mandarin is safe for use on the skin before exposure to sunlight. The d-limonene it contains brings many health benefits, primarily its anti-inflammatory action. Organic mandarin essential oil, as a natural food preservative, combats the growth of pathogenic microorganisms, bacteria, and fungi.

In aromatherapy, organic mandarin essential oil has been found to possess soothing and sedative properties. Inhalation of the essential oil significantly enhances the duration and quality of sleep.

CAUTION: Always use diluted in a carrier oil or other solvent.