Petitgrain
Petitgrain, with its serene essence, calms frazzled nerves and dissipates feelings of anxiety, agitation, and apprehension. A beacon of tranquility, it fosters deeper, rejuvenating sleep, for insomnia or elevated blood pressure.
Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium
Aroma: fresh, floral with a slightly smokey, woody undertone
Note: Top
Status: Organic
Chakra: Crown
Method of extraction: Steam distilled
Aromatherapy
Petitgrain known for its soothing and calming effect on the nerves. It is also used to diffuse anxiety, frustration, anger and fear.
Promoting restful sleep, Petitgrain aids the treatment of insomnia and hypertension. Its refreshing, energizing aroma helps relieve fatigue during pregnancy and gives a cool, refreshing feeling during summer.
Petitgrain is extracted from the fresh leaves and young and tender twigs of the orange tree through steam distillation.
Its exquisite aroma makes it a popular choice in cosmetics and for culinary uses.
Traditional Uses
Boasting antiseptic and antibacterial properties, Petitgrain has been used as a remedy for acne and skin blemishes. It's known to help balance sebum production, making it suitable for both oily and dry skin types.
Its antispasmodic properties have also been sought after to ease digestive discomforts, including stomach cramps and abdominal pains.
Its refreshing citrusy aroma has been used as a natural deodorant, neutralizing odors and leaving a pleasant scent in its wake.
Safety
Non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitising.
Avoid during first trimester of pregnancy, if approved by your health practitioner can be used through remainder of pregnancy.
Be aware of individual allergies.
Blends with
Bergamot, rose geranium, lavender, rosewood, and sandalwood, neroli and orange
Petitgrain known for its soothing and calming effect on the nerves. It is also used to diffuse anxiety, frustration, anger and fear.
Promoting restful sleep, Petitgrain aids the treatment of insomnia and hypertension. Its refreshing, energizing aroma helps relieve fatigue during pregnancy and gives a cool, refreshing feeling during summer.
Petitgrain is extracted from the fresh leaves and young and tender twigs of the orange tree through steam distillation.
Its exquisite aroma makes it a popular choice in cosmetics and for culinary uses.
Boasting antiseptic and antibacterial properties, Petitgrain has been used as a remedy for acne and skin blemishes. It's known to help balance sebum production, making it suitable for both oily and dry skin types.
Its antispasmodic properties have also been sought after to ease digestive discomforts, including stomach cramps and abdominal pains.
Its refreshing citrusy aroma has been used as a natural deodorant, neutralizing odors and leaving a pleasant scent in its wake.
Non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitising.
Avoid during first trimester of pregnancy, if approved by your health practitioner can be used through remainder of pregnancy.
Be aware of individual allergies.
Bergamot, rose geranium, lavender, rosewood, and sandalwood, neroli and orange