Petitgrain essential oil
Petitgrain essential oil
Petitgrain essential oil
Petitgrain essential oil

Petitgrain essential oil

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Petitgrain essential oil

Petitgrain Essential Oil is steam distilled from the leaves and young twigs of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), the same tree that also produces Neroli Essential Oil from its blossoms and Bitter Orange Essential Oil from its peel. It has a beautifully fresh, green citrus aroma with delicate floral notes and a subtle woody undertone, making it a favourite in natural perfumery, skincare, and aromatherapy.

The name petitgrain, meaning "little grains" in French, dates back to when the oil was distilled from the tree's small, unripe fruit. Today, it is more sustainably produced from the leaves and twigs, yielding the same refreshing aroma while making use of a renewable part of the plant.

Petitgrain blends exceptionally well with both citrus and floral essential oils and is widely used in facial care, massage blends, soaps, candles, perfumes, and home fragrance products. Its crisp yet calming aroma is particularly popular in products designed to create a fresh, balanced atmosphere.

Common Uses

Aromatherapy: Petitgrain is widely used in aromatherapy for its fresh, green citrus aroma that many people find balancing and refreshing. It is often diffused to create a calm, uplifting atmosphere.

Natural Perfumery: Petitgrain is a valuable ingredient in natural perfumes, colognes and botanical fragrance blends. Its bright green citrus notes help bridge citrus top notes with floral heart notes.

Skincare: Petitgrain is commonly incorporated into facial oils, creams, balms and body care products, where its fresh aroma complements a wide range of formulations.

Soapmaking: Petitgrain performs well in cold process soap and is often blended with citrus, floral and woody essential oils to create sophisticated fragrance profiles.

Home Fragrance: Its clean, refreshing scent makes Petitgrain an excellent addition to candles, wax melts, room sprays, reed diffusers and potpourri.

Cleaning Products: Petitgrain can be used in DIY household cleaners to provide a naturally fresh citrus aroma.

Common Name: Petitgrain Essential Oil

INCI: Petitgrain aurantium amara
Certification: Conventional
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow
Odour: Orange blossoms with a bitter, woody, and herbaceous undertone
Plant Part Used: Twigs, leaves
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Purity: 100%
Origin: India
Solubility: Oil and alcohol
Usage Rate: Skincare: 0.1 - 1%, Soapmaking: 1 - 3%
Note: Top
Blends Well With: Bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, geranium, lavender, lime, jasmine, neroli, orange, palmarosa, rosemary, rosewood, sandalwood, ylang ylang
Vegan: Yes
Animal Tested: No

Safety Information

Avoid during pregnancy. Do not take internally. Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin. Do a skin patch test before using a new essential oil.

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General Care, Safety & Storage Information:

  • Go Native New Zealand specialise in skincare, cosmetic and aromatherapy ingredients. We are NOT licensed to sell food. This means our products are not food grade, for this reason we advise you not to use our products internally, or for culinary purposes
  • Always follow product-specific notes or directions.
  • Keep all products out of reach of pets and children.
  • We recommend storing all products in a dark, damp-free, cool place at room temperature (unless stated otherwise).
  • Keep your products away from direct sunlight.

Our essential oils come in amber glass bottles with dripulator caps:

  • 5ml and 20ml amber glass bottle, with 18 neck dripulator cap, either white or black cap.
  • 30ml, 50ml, 100ml, 250ml amber glass bottle, with 28 neck white dripulator cap (except for oils that are too thick for a dripulator, which have a black open pour cap).
  • Our bulk volumes of essential oils come in the following packaging
  • 500g and 1kg options come in an aluminium bottle.
  • 5L: PET white plastic jerrycan.

Need precise drops to transfer your essential oils?

  • Dropper bottles 5ml or 20ml 
  • Transfer pipettes disposable  or glass pipettes.

Go Native NZ & Sustainable Packaging

At Go Native New Zealand we are committed to sustainable packaging and continually strive to make eco-friendly choices. From home-compostable to recyclable, a great deal of thought and care has gone into every packaging decision we make, even as we keep learning and improving along the way. Read our blog on our commitment to sustainable packaging.
  • Essential oils are potent and can cause harm if used incorrectly.
  • Go Native New Zealand specialise in skincare, cosmetic and aromatherapy ingredients. We are NOT licensed to sell food. This means our products are not food grade. For this reason we advise you not to use our oils internally, or for culinary purposes.
  • Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, or any concentrated essences directly onto the skin. Always dilute essential oils before using them topically.
  • Essential oils are not recommended for use during pregnancy.
  • For any medical conditions, use essential oils with guidance from a qualified health practitioner.
    Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. We recommend the proper guidance of a qualified health practititioner.
  • Essential oils should be kept out of reach of pets and children.
  • Always perform a skin patch test before using a new essential oil.
    We recommend storing your Go Native essential oils in a dark, cool place at room temperature.
  • Keep your essential oils away from direct sunlight.
  • Do not use directly in a bath, as they may damage some surfaces. 
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