Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium var. amara L. (synonym of Citrus x aurantium L.)
Origin: India
Plant Part: Flowers
Cultivation: Wild
Use: Aromatherapy / Natural Perfumery. Always dilute.
Note: Top
Aroma: Very powerful, yet delicate, sweet, etheric white floral with a radiant, very light, terpene-like top note; our most delicate and uplifting Neroli.
Overview
Neroli Essential Oil
This beautiful Neroli essential oil from India has a very powerful, yet delicate, sweet, etheric white floral aroma with a radiant, very light, terpene-like top note; it is our most delicate and uplifting Neroli, and our most affordable without compromising quality. Arctander points out that Neroli essential oil is probably one of the most frequently used florals in perfume compounding1, cost not withstanding due to the fact that it takes over 2 pounds (1 kilo) of blossoms to yield only 1 ounce (28.4 grams) of essential oil.2 It is found in the top notes of some of the most famous classic perfumes.3 Precious oils like Neroli are the most likely to be adulterated, therefore we now verify the chemical analysis in-house. This procedure ensures nothing has been added or removed and is beneficial in establishing mutual trust between Eden essentials and our suppliers.
The blossoms come from the Bitter Orange tree (Citrus aurantium var. amara), a resilient evergreen that belongs to the Rutaceae family; these are the same flowers that are used to extract Orange Blossom Absolute. The Bitter Orange is also the source of expressed oil from the peel and Petitgrain essential oil steam distilled from the leaves, while its impressive pharmacological properties are the subject of extensive research. Two constituents present in Neroli in minute amounts are worth noting: N-methyl anthranilate - with its soothing violet iridescence (enologists call the presence of anthranilates in wine the "foxy character"), and indole - a pheromone compound found in animal feces that perfumers use in imperceptible amounts for its erotic nature.4 Flower oils truly represent the highest expression of beauty the botanical world has to offer.
Orange Blossom (Neroli) was first introduced as a fashionable scent near the end of the 17th century by Marie-Anne de La Trémoille, Duchess of Bracciano, later known as the Princess of Nerola. She loved the scent of orange blossoms and used it to perfume her clothes, gloves and bath; since then, this beautiful essence has been known as Neroli.5,6 Today Neroli essential oil is widely used in perfumery, skincare, and in formulations to help promote relaxation and alleviate stress. On a psychological level, "Neroli oil instills both comfort and strength, and assists in the release of repressed emotions - through relaxing and reuniting our solar and lunar (conscious and subconscious) worlds."7
For information regarding the aromatherapeutic attributes of Neroli essential oil, please see:
L'Aromatherapie Exactement, Pierre Franchomme and Dr. Daniel Pénoël, 1990, p. 338.
Aromatherapy: Scent and Psyche, Peter and Kate Damien, 1995, pp. 198-9, 220.
The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, Julia Lawless, 2013, p. 146.
Medical Aromatherapy - Healing with Essential Oils, Kurt Schnaubelt, 1999, pp. 193-4.
Advanced Aromatherapy - The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Kurt Schnaubelt, 1995/1998, p. 61.
Aromatherapy Workbook (revised edition), Marcel Lavabre, 1990/1997, p. 143.
Essential Oils - A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2012, pp. 206-7, 209-11.
Aromatherapeutic Blending - Essential Oils in Synergy, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2016, pp.90, 102, 114, 181, 232-4.
Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd ed., Shirley and Len Price, 1999, pp. 150, 211, 220, 231, 238, 243, 245, 277, 319.
Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Gabriel Mojay, 1996, pp. 100-101.
Ayurveda & Aromatherapy - The Earth Essential Guide to Ancient Wisdom and Modern Healing, Light and Bryan Miller, 1995, p.274.
"Effects of Inhalation of Essential Oil of Citrus aurantium L. var. amara on Menopausal Symptoms, Stress, and Estrogen in Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial," S.Y. Choi, P. Kang et al., Evid Based Complement Alternat Med, 2014 June 12, DOI: 10.1155/2014/796518, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4082953/
"Chemical Composition and in vitro Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities of Citrus aurantium L. Flowers Essential Oil (Neroli Oil)," A. H. Ammar, A. Lebrihi et al., Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences, 2012, 15(12); 1034-1040, DOI: 10.3923/pjbs.2012.1034.1040, http://scialert.net/abstract/?doi=pjbs.2012.1034.1040
Aromatic Profile: Very powerful, yet delicate, sweet, etheric white floral with a radiant, very light, terpene-like top note; our most delicate and uplifting Neroli.
Appearance: Very pale yellow, transparent, mobile liquid.
Use: Aromatherapy, Natural Perfumery.
Blending Suggestions: Dilute and add drop by drop to your blends until the desired effect is achieved.
Blends Well With: Ambrette, Amyris, Bergamot, Balsam of Peru, Basil, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Carnation, Cassie, Cedarwood, Chamomile (Roman), Champaca, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Coriander, Davana, Frangipani, Frankincense, Galbanum, Geranium, Ginger, Hay, Helichrysum, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Liquidambar (Styrax), Litsea Cubeba, Lotus, Mandarin, Melissa, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Orange,(Sweet), Orange Blossom, Orris, Osmanthus, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Rose Otto, Sandalwood, Tangerine, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang, Yuzu. "Neroli oil is one of the classic materials in Eaux de Cologne of the 'Maria Farina' type, '4711', etc. It blends excellently with all the citrus oils, with numerous floral absolutes… Next to Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang Ylang, it is probably one of the most frequently used florals in perfume compounding."8
Safety Considerations: None known; has GRAS status (Generally Recognized as Safe).9 A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.
1 Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, p. 436.
2 Rhind, Jennifer Peace. Fragrance and Wellbeing - Plant Aromatics and Their Influence on the Psyche, 2014, p. 297.
3 Calkin, Robert and J. Stephan Jellinek. Perfumery - Practice and Principles, 1994, pp. 116, 124, 134.
4 Dictionary of Flavors - Methyl Anthranilate
5 Lawless, Julia. Aromatherapy and the Mind - An Exploration into the Psychological and Emotional Effects of Essential Oils, 1994, p. 188.
6 Mojay, Gabriel. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, 1996, p. 100.
7 Ibid, p. 101.
8 Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, p. 436.
9 Tisserand, Robert and Rodney Young. Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed., 2014, p. 363.
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How Best To Use These Oils:
There are many, many ways to use Essential Oils, here are just a few...
Oil Burners - One of the most popular ways is using them with an oil burner. Adding a few drops to your oil burner will create a lasting beautiful aroma, you can also mix oils to create your own smell.
Bath - Adding a few drops of our oils to your bath creates a heavenly, natural and pure aroma, and is proven to be a highly effective way get the most our of essential oils.
Massage - Our oils are strong, so please do not use them directly on your skin. Adding a few drops to a carrier oils (such as Grapeseed oil), and then massaging it on to your forehead, palms, neck, back, feet or other affected areas work wonders.
Making your own products - Many of you like create your own soaps, candles and beauty products, and these oils are perfect for that. They are of therapeutic grade, natural, pure and all hand bottled in the UK, making them ideal for you creative souls out there who make your own products.
Others - Other popular ways apart from the above include, de-humidifiers, diffusers, on your pillow at night, meditation, car air fresheners and in steam / saunas.
Warning:
* For external us only. Do not use essential oils internally.
* Do not apply directly to skin (sensitive skin); always dilute with carrier oil. Do a small test first.
* Keep out of reach of children.
* Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
* Avoid pro-longed exposure to direct sunlight.
* Use only pure essential oils
* Store essential oils and carrier oils properly to avoid degradation and rancidity.
* Do not use on children, or when pregnant or while using medication.
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* Never self-prescribe and if in doubt please ask your doctor.
* If an allergic reaction occurs or you get the oil in your eyes then wash away the oil with water and then seek medical attention straight away.
Use by: We suggest using your oil within 12 months of purchase. Some will last longer and some scents mature with age.
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