Neroli, French

Extraction Method:

Steam Distilled

Part of Plant: 

Blossom

Country of Origin: 

France

Growing Method:

Cultivated

Description:

Neroli essential oil is derived from the blossoms of either the sweet orange tree or the bitter orange tree. Our variety comes from the Bitter Orange tree which is viewed within the aromatherapy world as being of higher therapeutic quality

Colour: 

Orange – Brown

Aromatic Description: 

Neroli essential oil has a sweet, floral citrus aroma. Many aromatherapists refer to neroli as an exotic and exquisite essential oil.

Strength of Aroma:

Strong

Blends well with:

Lavender (All), lemon, clary sage, myrrh, spice oils such as nutmeg, cinnamon and clove.

Aromatic Note:

Middle

Consistency:

Thin

Common Uses: 

Neroli essential oil increases circulation and stimulates new cell growth. It can prevent scarring and stretch marks, and has been found useful in treating skin conditions linked to emotional stress.

Neroli treats diarrhoea, and circulation problems such as haemorrhoids and high blood pressure. 

Any type of skin can benefit from Neroli essential oil, although it is particularly good for dry, irritated or sensitive skin. It regulates oiliness and minimizes enlarged pores. Neroli oil helps to clear acne and blemished skin, especially if the skin lacks moisture. With regular treatment, it can reduce the appearance of fragile or broken capillaries and varicose veins. It is used on mature and couperose skin to regenerate cells. 

One of the best aromatic anti-depressives, neroli counters emotional shock, mental confusion, nervous strain, anxiety, fear and lack of confidence. It redirects one’s energy in a positive direction, relieving fatigue and insomnia, and helps those who get upset without apparent reason. 

It is also used as an aphrodisiac.

Therapeutic Actions: 

Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, carminative, cicatrisant, cordial, deodorant, digestive, nervine

Works with the following Body Systems:

Children’s Remedy, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Nervous, Skin care

Best form of Application:

To skin - Massage, compress, bath, ointment, skin care

Inhalation – direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporiser

Shelf life: 

Users can expect a shelf life of 6 Months to 2 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).

Cautions: 

None known.

History:

Though Bitter Orange essential oil has been around for centuries, Neroli essential oil wasn’t discovered until the seventeenth century.  It was named after Anna Maria de la Tremoille, princess of Nerola.  The oils properties were extremely valued by the people of Venice who used it against plague and fevers.