Botanical Name - Citrus aurantifolia

Aroma - Zesty, fresh, citrus

Extraction - Cold expression

Part of Plant - Fresh peel. Please note that the colour can vary from very pale to dark olive green.

Country of Origin - Mexico

Storage - Store in a cool dark area to keep fresh

Chemical Constituents - Limonene, γ-Terpinene, β-Pinene

Caution - Phototoxic. Avoid sunlight and sunbeds for at least 12 hours after use on the skin

Uses - Soothing and uplifting to the nervous system. Encourages the appetite and is nourishing by helping to absorb nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Supports the digestive system and stimulates gastric secretions. Great for using in a vapouriser when in recovery from illness e.g. chronic fatigue. Useful astringent for oily skins.

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Organic Certificate - This essential oil is certified organic by the Soil Association, which means you can be sure that it has been produced to the highest ethical and environmental standards. The Soil Association’s standards exceed the UK government's minimum requirements for organic products in many areas but particularly in animal welfare, GM and the use of pesticides. Standards are constantly reviewed to ensure they deal with current issues.