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On Chinese
New Year, oranges are given as gifts to
symbolize happiness and prosperity |
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Orange Oil
(Citrus sinensis)
Orange oil is one of the best
aromatics for the beginner. Besides lending a quality
ambiance to any environment, orange oil is basically
foolproof to use. It mixes well with many essential
oils, plus softens and warms up the blend. It also has a
variety of therapeutic uses, from relaxing mind and
spirit to boosting circulation to protecting wood. It's
user-friendly in nature, and inexpensive to keep on
hand. Historically, oranges have been associated with
generosity and gratitude, and symbolized innocence and
fertility. Native to China and India, oranges are now
grown in abundance in the Americas, Israel, and the
Mediterranean.
Mixes well
with: Almost all essential oils, but especially well
with allspice, anise, basil, bergamot, cinnamon,
citronella, clary sage, clove, eucalyptus, frankincense,
geranium, ginger, grapefruit, hyssop, jasmine, juniper,
lemon, marjoram, oregano, neroli, nutmeg, palmarosa,
patchouli, rosewood, sage, sandalwood, and ylang ylang.
Part used:
Orange peel.
Extraction
method: Cold-pressed.
Safety
Information: Do not apply before going out into
sunlight. Highly sensitive people should perform a patch
test
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