Petitgrain Essential Oil | Abbey Essentials
PETITGRAIN ESSENTIAL OIL
Botanical name: Citrus aurantium amara
WHY CHOOSE ABBEY ESSENTIALS PETITGRAIN OIL?
Distilled in small batches from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, our Petitgrain oil captures a bright, tangy-orange aroma with both relaxing and stimulating character. Rigorous quality checks ensure a consistently uplifting, therapeutic-grade oil.
OVERVIEW
Petitgrain essential oil offers a sharp, tangy orange scent historically prized in eau de Cologne. Its balanced, fresh-aromatic profile may help relieve stress, support restful sleep and promote clear, balanced skin.
NOTES
- Top Note: Bright citrus opening
- Middle Note: Green-woody heart
- Base Note: Soft herbal undertone
SCENT FAMILY
Citrus · Fresh · Herbal
AROMATIC DESCRIPTION
Tangy orange facets blend with green-woody nuances, finishing on a clean, herbaceous base.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
Relaxing · Stimulating · Balancing · Refreshing
VOLATILITY & EVAPORATION RATE
Fast evaporation; shines as a top-to-middle note in blends.
PLANT ORIGIN & PRODUCTION
- Botanical Source: Citrus aurantium amara
- Grown in: France, North Africa & South America
- Plant Part: Leaves & twigs
- Extraction Method: Steam distillation
- Aroma Profile: Tangy citrus, green-woody
TRADITION & NATURAL WELLNESS USE
Used for centuries in colognes and perfumes, Petitgrain oil may help to:
- Relieve stress and mental fatigue
- Promote restful sleep
- Balance and clarify skin in topical blends
IDEAL FOR
- Relaxing diffuser blends
- Sleep-support massage oils
- Skin-balancing skincare routines
- Uplifting bath soaks
- Aromatherapy enthusiasts
POPULAR USES
AROMATHERAPY (MOOD & ATMOSPHERE)
Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser or bowl of warm water to uplift and calm the mind.
HOLISTIC & WELLNESS ROUTINES
Blend 2–4 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto chest or temples to relieve tension and support sleep. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.
DIY SKINCARE & BEAUTY
Add 1–2 drops per 10 ml base emollient to lotions or serums to help clarify and tone skin. Patch test before use; avoid sensitive areas.
CAUTION
Essential oils are highly concentrated—always dilute to 2–5 % in a carrier oil before applying to skin; see your product label for specifics. Not recommended for internal use. Store in a cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Stress relief · Sleep support · Skin balancing · Citrus herbal · Aromatherapy blend