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Orange, Bitter Essential Oil Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium Common Method Of Extraction: Cold expressed Parts Used: Outer peel of the almost ripe fruit Note Classification: Top Aroma: Fresh, dry, almost floral, with a rich, sweet undertone Largest Producing Countries: Dominican Republic, Spain, Guinea, West Indies, Italy, Brazil, and USA Traditional Use: Used in certain stomachic, laxative, and carminative preparations. Employed as a fragrance component in soaps, detergents, cosmetics, colognes and perfumes. Extensively used as a flavoring material, especially in liqueurs and soft drinks. Properties: Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, choleretic, fungicidal, sedative (mild), stomachic, and tonic. Benefits: Bronchitis, chills, colds, constipation, dull and oily complexions, dyspepsia, flu, mouth ulcers, nervous tension and stress-related conditions, obesity, palpitations, spasm, and water retention. Blends Well With: It blends well with most other essential oils, including: cinnamon, clary sage, clove, lavender, lemon, myrrh, neroli, and nutmeg. Of Interest: It is well known for its resistance to disease and is often used as rootstock for other citrus trees, including the sweet orange. Safety Data: Photo-toxic, otherwise generally non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing but a few reports of sensitization has been reported so use with caution.   Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not complete, nor may its data be accurate. As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com