Essential Oil Neroli

Botanical Name

Citrus aurantium / L. ssp amara var. pumilia

Benefits and Qualities

Aging, sensitive or blotchy skin can all be treated using neroli essential oil, but it is above all in the domain of the nervous system that this essence reveals all of its attributes. Neroli is an effective sedative. It exerts positive action during anxiety attacks, particularly those associated with solitude, and the insomnia which follows them. To all it brings a feeling of inner peace and rediscovered serenity. Synergies: incense, rose, lavender, lemon, patchouli, sandalwood.

Production

Essential oil obtained by hydrodistillation of the flowers of citrus aurantium L. ssp amara var. pumilia. (Rutaceaes)

The Plant

Neroli is the name of the essence of the flower of the bitter orange, known long before the sweet orange was. The branches, flowers, and fruit of this mythic tree were, in every region, associated with festivals and nuptial pairings, symbols of innocence and freshness, and also fertility. Neroli's delicious fragrance knows world wide success. For perfumiers it's like liquid gold from the legendary garden of the gods.

Caution

Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Keep away from children.

Principes aromatiques

Linalol, beta-pinene, limonene, linalyle acetate

Parfume-Creation

The odour of a strong personality, somewhat spicey and bitter but also sweet. Very original. Employed particularly in Eau de Cologne notes.

Description olfactive

Heart-base note. Fresh odour; floral, animal.