Benefits
Tangerine essential oil helps in digestion and in healing wounds, relaxes the muscles when used in massage, regulates blood circulation and purifies blood. It reduces stress and anxiety
Instructions for Use
Tangerine Oil can be used as an antiseptic, perfume, fragrant domestic cleaner, tonic, laxative stimulant, diuretic, soap, sedative and a relaxant.
History and Additional Information
Originally, Tangerine was grown in China and Southeast Asia only. Later it spread all around the world and is majorly planted in the US and Italy.
Tangerine is also called Mandarin because they have the same botanical name. Its harvesting time is from August to December. Tangerine has a sweeter scent and a more orange color than Mandarin. Tangerine Oil is extracted by cold compression of the fruit’s rind. It has remarkable calming and aroma therapeutic properties.
Details
- Latin/Botanical Name: Citrus Reticulata
- Other Names: Mandarine, Clementine, Mandarin Orange, Mandarin, Mandarino
- Family: Rutaceae
- Part of Plant Used: Peel of the Fruit
- Place of Origin: China and Southeast Asia
Characteristics
- Odor/Fragrance: Radiant, Sweet, Similar to orange
- Color: Orange, Yellowish in the form of oil.
- Aroma Strength: Mild
- Consistency: Light/Thin
- Note: Middle
Blending Suggestions: Tangerine Essential Oil blends fine with Jasmine, Nutmeg, Lemon, Geranium, Rose, Grape fruit, Cinnamon, Black pepper, Clove, Basil, Lavender, Juniper and Ylang-ylang Essential Oils.
Safety Precautions for this Essential Oil: Skin treated withTangerineEssential Oilshould not be exposed to light as it may cause photo-toxicity depending on the skin type. Generally it is non-toxicant, non-sensitizing and non-irritant.
Buy Essential Oil:
Highest Quality: Rocky Mountain
Expect to pay a bit more for a higher quality oil. Always choose the highest quality oil if you plan on using internally or topically.
Rating: ★★★★★
Best Value per ounce: Plant Therapy
This brand is less expensive per ounce, but still offers a great value.
Rating: ★★★★☆
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