100% pure

Botanical name: Citrus paradisii

Plant part: peel

Extraction method: cold pressed

Origin: Australia

Description: The grapefruit tree was originally from Asia. It is now grown and harvested in Australia, the United States, France, Brazil and Israel. The grapefruit tree itself is a large, shiny gloss-leaved tree, about 10m high, with white flowers and large, pale yellow fruit.

Colour: clear to pale yellow

Common uses: Grapefruit essential oil is believed by aromatherapists to be a spiritual uplifter, and to ease muscle fatigue and stiffness. It is also a purifier of congested, oily and acne prone skin. Grapefruit oil is also sometimes added to creams and lotions as a natural toner.

Consistency: thin

Note: medium to top

Strength of aroma: medium

Blends well with: other members of the citrus family, rosemary, cypress, lavender, geranium, cardamon and generally most spice oils

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

Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only. It is not considered complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

General Safety Information: Do not take any oils internally without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at extremely low doses. It is safest to consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children. A skin patch test should be conducted prior to using an oil that you've never used before.