Orange essential oil has long been used both for medicinal purposes and as a raw material for perfumes and cosmetics. Its quality directly depends on the method and technology of extraction. The highest quality oil can be obtained by pressing the pulp of an orange peel.
It is ungrateful to list all the substances that make up its composition, since orange essential oil has about 500 chemicals in its composition. The leaders among them are: monoterpene D-limonene (about 90%), monoterpenol, D-linalool. All of them have antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory properties.
Essential oil of orange also contains a significant amount of esters of caprylic acid, which has a good sedative effect; citral and citronellal, known as excellent sedatives and antiviral agents.
Orange oil has found its application in many areas. It has long been used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and diseases of the bladder and kidneys, arrhythmias, cellulitis, and depressive and anxiety conditions. This oil stimulates carbohydrate-fat metabolism and the removal of various toxic substances from the body. It has a choleretic effect, prevents the appearance of stones, restores the intestines. Orange oil has a calming effect and mobilizes the adaptive and protective capabilities of the body. It significantly accelerates the recovery period after operations and infections.
Essential oil of orange significantly reduces stress during accommodation, relieves eye fatigue, especially after heavy loads on the organs of vision. It favorably affects lipid and carbohydrate metabolism. It is often used to prevent diabetes. This oil has a mild antispasmodic effect, perfectly improves appetite.
It is recommended to be used as a means to care for dry, horny and rough skin, since it actively nourishes it, accelerates metabolic processes, increases turgor, tones the skin, and stimulates renewal. Thanks to it, fine lines are smoothed out. This oil helps to maintain an even tan and protects the skin. Using orange oil in hair care can stop hair loss and eliminate dandruff.
To increase tone, it is recommended to regularly use orange essential oil for aroma lamps. To care for the skin of the face and improve the respiratory tract, inhalations with oil are used.
The use of this oil for massage and baths is very effective. Often it is used in baths. To restore the skin, use manual and foot baths (10 drops in 3 l of water). To enrich the composition of shampoo or cream, oil is added to their composition.
The famous mandarin essential oil has a delicate, light, fruity-sweet aroma. It is obtained by pressing a fresh peel. It has a carminative, antispasmodic and choleretic effect. This oil is an aromatic adaptogen. It perfectly increases the protective function of the body. It is recommended for inflammation and bleeding gums. Mandarin oil can eliminate any putrefactive processes in the intestine. It remarkably eliminates irritability and nervous tension. Prevents obesity and prevents stretch marks. This oil is very effective in the treatment of cellulite.
Orange and tangerine essential oil for pregnant women is prescribed for poor mood and anxiety, as well as a means of preventing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite.
Before using the oil, you should check for an allergic reaction to the substances that make up its composition.