Tangerine Citrus reticulata

Extraction Method:

Cold Pressed

Part of Plant: 

Peel

Country of Origin: 

Italy

Growing Method:

Cultivated

Description:

The Tangerine tree was originally native to China, but is now grown predominantly in the United States and Sicily in Italy. The tree is also very similar to the Mandarin.

Colour: 

Yellow orange

Aromatic Description: 

Tangerine essential oil has the typical citrus scent – fresh, radiant, and tangy sweet. With only subtle differences, it smells a lot like the Mandarin, with some even considering them identical. In comparison to Sweet Orange, Tangerine can be seen as lighter with more candy-like tones.

Strength of Aroma:

Medium

Blends well with:

Basil, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Clary sage, Clove, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Nutmeg and Orange.

Aromatic Note:

Middle-Top

Consistency:

Thin

Common Uses: 

Tangerine essential oil, like most of the citrus family, can be depended upon for refreshing and rejuvenating characteristics.  Its aroma clears the mind and can help to eliminate emotional confusion. Aromatherapists also consider it to be very comforting, soothing and warming.  

Tangerine counters insomnia and digestive problems, and is especially safe for children and pregnant women. 

Users may also see Tangerine used in perfumes and soaps. 

Therapeutic Actions: 

Antiseptic, antispasmodic, cytophylactic, digestive, depurative, sedative, stomachic, tonic.

Works with the following Body Systems:

Digestive, Pregnancy, Skin care

Best form of Application:

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

Inhalation – direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporiser, steam inhalation.

Shelf life: 

Users can expect a shelf life of 6 Months to 1 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).

Cautions: 

Tangerine is similar to other essential oils in the citrus family in that it can be phototoxic. Care should be taken not to expose the skin to sunlight after a treatment. Similarly, the oil should be diluted well before use on the skin.

History:

Tangerines were originally brought to Europe and then the United States via China.