Essential oil of white grapefruit
Commonly known as: Citrus paradisi peel oil (I.N.C.I.)
Botanical name: Citrus paradisii
Extraction process: Cold pressing of the fresh pericarp of the fruit
Family: Rutaceae
Extracted part of the plant: Fruits
Cultivation area, origin: United States, South Africa, Argentina, China, Vietnam, Mexico, India, Turkey, Sudan, Thailand, Israel, Tunisia.
Blooming: April-May
Origin, provenance: Silver
Phytochemical composition: D-Limonene (90.00 to 97.00%); Myrcene (<= 4.00%); Alpha pinene (<= 2.00%), benzyl benzoate.
Sensory properties: Appearance: A liquid that may become cloudy due to a decrease in temperature. The presence of sediment is a natural phenomenon that may occur after storage; Colour: Yellow to orange; Scent: Soft, fruity and zesty.
Physical properties: Density at 20°C: 0.845 to 0.860; Refractive index at 20°C: 1.472 to 1.478
Concerns: Sebum-regulating, astringent, anti-hair loss, anti-cellulite.
Effect: Hair loss, oily hair; Cellulite; Combination and oily skin, acne-prone skin.
Details
Usage
Facial Care (oils, cleansing balms, lotions, serums, creams, masks); Body Care (massage oils, anti-cellulite gels); Hair Care (shampoos); Hygiene (deodorants)
Method of Preservation
Essential oils are sensitive to oxidation. Store them in a dry place, in their amber bottle, protected from light and heat.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
Photosensitising : Avoid exposure to sunlight or UV rays for at least 8 hours after applying this oil to the skin.
Do not use during the first three months of pregnancy.
Some natural compounds found in this essential oil, such as limonene and benzyl benzoate, may pose an allergy risk for certain sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic composition (according to the 7th Amendment of the European Directive on cosmetic products (2003/15/EC)).
As a general rule, always conduct an application test of your preparation, in the crook of your elbow, at least 48 hours before using it.