Blood Orange Essential Oil
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Blood orange oil (citrus senesis) is cold pressed from the red rinds of the Citrus Senesis fruit, which is grown and harvested in Sicily, Italy. It is called "blood" orange due to its crimson-colored pulp. The oil is extracted from the peel of the fruit using cold-pressed extraction. This method involves pressing the fruit's peel to extract its essential oil without the use of heat, resulting in a pure and potent oil
This oil is widely used in aromatherapy, perfumes, and various other applications.The distinctive dark flesh colour of Blood Oranges is due to the plentiful presence of a certain kind of antioxidant pigments called anthocyanins. These antioxidant pigments, though common to many flowers and fruits, are almost exclusively found in just Blood Oranges amongst all citrus fruits
Blood orange essential oil has a fresh, sweet, and citrusy aroma. It has a top note fragrance, which means it evaporates quickly and is the first scent that is detected
Owing to its potent anti-oxidant properties, Blood Orange Essential Oil is an excellent aid for the skin as it can help fight the signs of ageing such as wrinkles and fine lines, and reduces the appearance of scars and spots. Blood Orange Oil can also help cleanse away germs and support a happy, healthy immune system. It's antibacterial, antiviral, and antiseptic properties make it a popular choice for hand soaps, body and face washes, and DIY household cleaners.
Blood Orange Essential Oil is valued by aromatherapists for its invigorating and yet calming aroma. The essential oil of Blood Orange exhilarates the senses and inspires a positive outlook. It is a very uplifting essential oil that may help with combating situational depression and anxiety.
Blood Orange Essential oil is insoluble in water and alchohol, but soluble in other oils. It should be added to the formula as is, in the fat phase of the formulation, and can be used at 1-100%, as it can be used neat in massage oils.
Blood Orange oil is highly regarded for its soothing use as an aromatherapy treatment. It can be mixed with a carrier oil to use a body oil or massage oil (1-3%). It can be used to scent candles or used in vapourisers.
Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis (Moro variety for blood orange)
CAS Number: 8028-48-6
Common Name: Blood Orange Essential Oil
Plant Part Used: Peel
Extraction Method: Cold-pressed or steam-distilled methods are commonly used.
Main Chemical Components: Limonene, myrcene, alpha-pinene, sabinene, and others.
Colour: Typically ranges from pale yellow to deep orange, depending on the extraction method and source.
Odour: Sweet, citrusy aroma with notes of raspberry.
Consistency: Thin
Solubility: Soluble in oils and alcohol; not water-soluble.
Flash Point: Varies but generally considered non-flammable.
Density: Varies based on the specific product.
Refractive Index: Typically ranges between 1.473 and 1.479.