Botanical name
Citrus aurantium
Extraction
Steam distilled
Plant part
Leaves & branches
Aromatic description
Undulating mix of citrus and floral aroma with fresh woody tones
Green olfactive family
Middle to top note
Blends well with
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Orange, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang.
Emotional & spiritual benefits
Petitgrain is a reassuring oil that soothes and calms both anger and panic. It offers comfort in states of sadness and anxiety. Its green scent is refreshing to the mind and helps to clear negative emotions to welcome a brighter outlook. It stimulates intellect and open conversations.
Cosmetic benefits
Petitgrain has a toning and cleansing action on this skin, making it ideal for normal to oily skin types. It is appropriate for use in teenage and men’s skincare products. It can be helpful for problem skin conditions, minimising and preventing breakouts. In shampoos and conditioners, it cleanses greasy hair. It is toning and firming, so promotes healthy and youthful looking skin. It can also help with excessive sweating and is often included in natural deodorant formulations.
Formulation types
Consider Petitgrain oil for male and unisex skincare formulations, including cream or gel cleansers, moisturisers, toners, aftershaves and beard oils. Provides a fresh green scent to body washes, shampoos and bath products. A popular oil for use in natural deodorants, essential oil blends and colognes.
% Use in formulation
See our Essential Oil Safety Guide for more information.
Precautions/contraindications
None known.
Recipes & applications
Disclaimer
Suggested recipes are provided as examples only. Whilst all care has been taken in creating these examples, Sage Cosmetic Coaching accepts no responsibility relating to the manufacture of products. Any responsibility for the performance, efficacy and stability of the product lies with the manufacturer.
