Ätherisches Öl Grapefruit - bio

How to use grapefruit essential oil?

Grapefruit essential oil, from the Latin Citrus Paradisi and of Argentine origin, (in fact an essence) is mainly used as a diffuser to purify the atmosphere in living spaces. It is less well known for its usefulness in blends to combat water retention and cellulite, where it can advantageously replace lemon essence, and for its more general circulatory revitalizing action. Like many Rutaceae essences, grapefruit essence, when used internally, is aperitive, digestive, stimulates circulation, drains the body and promotes slimming.

Its psycho-emotional action, less vigorous than that of lemon essence, also promotes joy and good humor, but with a nuance of sensitivity and emotion. A gentle anti-depressant in a way, it is very useful in cases of illness, particularly serious illness.

In the culinary field, it can be used successfully in desserts, herbal teas and fresh sauces. This "essential oil" is obtained by cold expression (not steam distillation) of the outer part of the fruit rind, and is therefore what some call an essence. Organic quality is absolutely essential when it comes to Rutaceae zest essences, as otherwise it's practically pure pesticide.

Production

Essential oil qualified as "100% pure and natural".

Characteristics of grapefruit essential oil

Odor: fresh, sparkling, spicier than orange, characteristic of citrus fruit. The composition of grapefruit oil includes a high proportion of monoterpenes, with limonene in the majority, at around 95% (80% for lemons). As a reminder, limonene is potentially allergenic and irritating to the skin if used pure.

There appears to be no incompatibility between grapefruit oil and certain medications, unlike grapefruit fruit and juice, which can increase their effects and side effects.

Properties of grapefruit essential oil

• Atmospheric antiseptic, respiratory decongestant, expectorant
• Antiviral, bactericidal
• Lymphotonic, circulatory, lipolytic, anti-cellulite
• Aperitif, digestive stimulant
• relieves muscular pain
• good food aroma: highly appreciated fine, fruity flavor
• soothes or stimulates the nervous system, depending on needs and terrain
• positivizing, invites you to "radiate", but with tact and delicacy

Traditional indications for grapefruit essential oil

• air purification, room disinfection
• cellulite, water retention, obesity
• difficult digestion
• muscle stiffness
• for desserts, herbal teas, sauces or oils for fish, meat and vegetables
• fatigue, anxiety, stress, self-doubt, withdrawal, palliative care

How to use Grapefruit essential oil

As a vapour, incorporated into a massage oil, shampoo or night cream, applied as a pure unction (e.g. on the inside of the wrists) and breathed in afterwards.

Precautions for use

• risk of allergic reaction
• Do not use on pregnant or breast-feeding women, children under 3 years of age, asthmatics or those suffering from kidney failure.
• risk of photosensitization (do not apply before exposure to sunlight)

Warning :

• The above information is taken from reputable books, but should only be considered as preliminary information for discussion with your doctor or aromatherapist.
• The vast majority of essential oils should only be used diluted in vegetable oil, honey or another suitable medium, respecting the recommended dosage.
• When using an essential oil for the first time, always perform an elbow test to ensure that it does not cause an allergic reaction.
• As essential oils are volatile, sensitive to UV radiation and flammable at high temperatures, it is essential to store them in a well-sealed, colored glass bottle at a temperature between 5°C and 40°C.