Citrus reticulata blanco var tangerina Steam distilled from the fruit peel, from Italy
Natural Blends are blends of oils from various natural sources to achieve an economical product that resembles the aroma of pure oil. Natural Blends are all-natural and do not contain any synthetics, artificial flavours, or aromatic compounds. They are not a therapeutic grade but are suitable for all-natural product preparations and can be used to fragrance various cosmetic products.
Aroma: Tangerine Five Fold Essential Oil has the typical citrus scent – fresh, radiant, and tangy sweet. Subtly tangier than mandarin. Tangerine is lighter than sweet orange with more candy-like tones.
History: Tangerines were originally brought to Europe and then the United States from China where they have been cultivated for 3,000 years!
Colour: Golden yellow to orange liquid.
Common Uses: Tangerine, like most of the citrus family, can be depended upon for its refreshing and rejuvenating characteristics. Its aroma clears the mind and can help to eliminate emotional confusion and irritation. Aromatherapists also consider it to be comforting, soothing and warming. Tangerine Essential Oil is credited with being antispasmodic, carminative, digestive, diuretic, sedative, stimulant (digestive and lymphatic), and a tonic agent.
Constituents:
Limonene 60 - 99%
Linalool 0 - 9%
Citral 0 - 3%
Myrcene 0 - 5%
Consistency: Light
Note: Top
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Blends well with: Basil, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Nutmeg and Orange.
Cautions: Through extended distillation, sun-sensitizing terpenes are removed in Tangerine 5-Fold, rendering the oil safer for daytime skin application. Tangerine cold pressed Essential Oil is similar to other essential oils in the citrus family in that it can be phototoxic. Care should be taken not to expose the skin to sunlight after a treatment. Similarly, the oil should be diluted well before use on the skin. Avoid use during pregnancy.
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