Pomelo (Grapefruit) Essential Oil, 10 ml
The petitgrain of pomelo (grapefruit) is herbaceous, sweet, and almost bitter smelling. It is a complex citrus that is far from the flat sweetness of an orange fruit essential oil.
The petitgrain of pomelo (grapefruit) is herbaceous, sweet, and almost bitter smelling. It is a complex citrus that is far from the flat sweetness of an orange fruit essential oil.
The petitgrain of pomelo (grapefruit) is herbaceous, sweet, and almost bitter smelling. It is a complex citrus that is far from the flat sweetness of an orange fruit essential oil.
Scent: Herbaceous, sweet, and almost bitter smelling
Botanical Name: Citrus maximus
Origin: La Convención, Peru
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Benefits and Properties: Grapefruit essential oil is complex and, in our experience, seems to awaken a strong response from the human body's own defenses. Known to stimulate circulation and the lymphatic system when used in a carrier oil for massage. Additionally, it can be used in alcohol or carrier oil as a disinfectant for surfaces in the home.
How to Use:
Aromatherapy: Add a few drops of Pomelo Essential Oil to an aroma diffuser or oil burner. Enjoy its uplifting and invigorating scent to create a refreshing atmosphere in your home or workspace.
Topical Application: Dilute a few drops of Pomelo Essential Oil with a carrier oil like coconut or jojoba oil. Apply the mixture to your skin for a rejuvenating massage or to help improve the appearance of uneven skin tone.
Air Freshener: Create a natural air freshener by mixing Pomelo Essential Oil with water in a spray bottle. Spritz the delightful citrus fragrance in your living spaces to freshen the air.
Surface Disinfectant: Mix Pomelo Essential Oil with alcohol or water in a spray bottle. Use it as a natural and effective disinfectant for household surfaces, leaving them clean and smelling fresh.
Aromatherapy Bath: Add a few drops of Pomelo Essential Oil to your bathwater for a revitalizing and aromatic bathing experience. It can help relax your mind and uplift your spirits.
About the Plant: A delightful fruit-bearing tree belonging to the citrus family. Native to Southeast Asia, this evergreen tree is renowned for producing one of the largest citrus fruits in the world – the pomelo. The fruit is known for its thick rind, which ranges from green to yellow or pink, encasing sweet and juicy segments inside. The grapefruit tree is grown all over the subtropics and used for its fruit, its delicious juice, and in Peru as a medicine claiming benefits for the liver. The trees are often grafted to speed up their slow production schedule – it can take as long as 10 years for a tree to produce fruit. As a petitgrain, this essential oil is distilled from light green shoots, young leaves, and unripe fruit.
The pomelo tree typically reaches heights of 5 to 15 meters (16 to 49 feet) and features glossy, dark green leaves. Its fragrant white flowers blossom in clusters and give way to the round, succulent pomelo fruit. This tropical beauty thrives in subtropical regions with warm climates and well-drained soil. It holds significant cultural importance in many Southeast Asian countries. Often associated with prosperity and good fortune, the fruit is a common gift during festive occasions. Additionally, various parts of the pomelo tree, such as the leaves and fruit, are utilized in traditional medicine for their potential health benefits.
Native range: The native range of Pomelo (Citrus maximus) extends throughout Southeast Asia. It is believed to have originated in regions such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. Over time, it has been cultivated and naturalized in various subtropical and tropical areas worldwide due to its popularity as a fruit-bearing tree.
Cultivation: Pomelo essential oil is typically extracted through steam distillation from the leaves, young shoots, and unripe fruit of the Pomelo (Citrus maximus) tree. The harvesting process involves carefully collecting these plant parts at their optimal stage of development to ensure the highest quality oil. Once harvested, the plant material is subjected to steam distillation, where steam is passed through the plant material to release and capture the aromatic compounds. The resulting steam, now infused with the essential oil, is then condensed, and the oil separates from the water.
Conservation status: Citrus maximus is not considered threatened or endangered. However, it is essential to keep in mind that conservation statuses can change over time due to factors such as habitat loss, climate change, and human activities. To ensure the long-term sustainability of this tree and its essential oil production, responsible cultivation and harvesting practices are used.
