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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

SKU: PGFEO22
$18.00 Regular Price
$7.20Sale Price
  • 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

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