Grapefruit Citrus paradisi

Extraction Method:

Cold Press

Part of Plant: 

Crude Peel

Country of Origin: 

France

Growing Method:

Cultivated

Description:

The grapefruit tree was originally from Asia.  It is now grown and harvested in the United States, France, Brazil and Israel.  The Grapefruit tree itself is a large, shiny gloss-leaved tree, about 10 meters (30 feet) high, with white flowers and large, pale yellow fruit.

Colour: 

Pale yellow

Aromatic Description: 

Grapefruit white essential oil has a fresh, slightly bitter citrus scent that is very characteristic of the fruit.

Strength of Aroma:

Medium

Blends well with:

Grapefruit white blends well with other members of the citrus family, rosemary, cypress, lavender, geranium, cardamom and generally most spice oils.

Aromatic Note:

Middle-Top

Consistency:

Thin

Common Uses: 

Grapefruit White essential oil is believed by aromatherapists to be a spiritual up-lifter, and to ease muscle fatigue and stiffness. It is also a purifier of congested, oily and acne prone skin, and encourages weight loss and gall bladder activity. 

Grapefruit oil is also sometimes added to creams and lotions as a natural toner, and in some circles it is believed to promote hair growth though there is not any medical documentation verifying this.

Grapefruit is a favourite with children and very useful for anyone undergoing inner-child psychological work.

Therapeutic Actions: 

Antidepressant, antiseptic, depurative, diuretic, disinfectant, stimulant.

Works with the following Body Systems:

Lymphatic, Nervous, Skin care

Best form of Application:

To skin - Massage, compress, bath, skin care

Inhalation – direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporiser

Shelf life: 

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

Cautions: 

None declared, though in rare cases it may cause some photosensitization.

History:

The differences between the White and Pink Grapefruit are minor. The difference in cost is simply an example of supply and demand; there is more pink grapefruit produced because it is sweeter than the white variety.