Info :
The grapefruit tree is an evergreen tree with glossy leaves and delicately scented, white flowers that give way to large, golden fruit. The peel of the grapefruit is bursting with small glands filled with essential oil.
Details:
Botanical Name : Citrus paradisi
Family : Rutaceae
Country of Origin : Mexico
Extraction Method : Cold Pressed
Plant Part Used : Peel
Note : Top Note
Aroma : Citrus, fresh, sweet
Color : Clear to pale yellow
Blends well With : Florals, citrus and woods
Shelf Life : 4 – 5 Years
Safety
- Possible Photosensitizing
- Skin sensitization if oxidized.
- The maximum dermal use level is 4%;
- Skin must not be exposed to sunlight or sunbed rays for 12 hours,
- A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.
- For topical application don’t use directly on skin, dilute with a carrier oil
- Discontinue use if skin sensitivity occurs
- Add 4-5 drops for Diffusing
- Don’t ingest
- Keep out of reach of children , Avoid using if pregnant or nursing
References:
- Essential oil safety ( Tisserand and young ) second Edition
- Charles Fetrow & Julian Avila (2000) The Complete Guide to Herbal Medicine
- https://www.foodchemicalscodex.org/
- Lawrence BM, Essential oils from Agriculture to Chemistry
- The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Salvatore Battaglia
Pink Grapefruit ( Citrus paradisi) 15 ML
BY GC-MS analysis
GC : Agilent 6890N
Column: HP-5
Carrier gas: Helium
Name
% Result
Chemical Family
Limonene
94.28
Monoterpene
α-Pinene
0.53
Monoterpene
Sabinene
0.40
Monoterpene
Decanal
0.27
Aldehyde
Nootkatone
0.08
Ketone
Linalool
0.07
Alcohol
Terpinene
0.12
Sesquiterpene
α-Terpineol
0.10
Alcohol
Neral
0.07
Aldehyde