GRAPEFRUIT
Citrus paradisi
A cooling body tonic
Source: Italy
Extraction: Cold expression of fruit peel.
Blending Factor: 3
Odour Note: Top
Characteristics:
Grapefruit is a yellow, greenish yellow to light orange liquid with a sweet, fresh, citrus odour that is characteristic of the ripe fruit.
Safety Precautions:
Nontoxic, non-irritating and non-sensitising – only very slightly photo-sensitising.
History:
Probable originated in West Indies during the 17th century from natural crosspollination between the Pomelo and Orange which were introduced previously from the east.
Therapeutic Actions:
Alternative, antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, stimulant, tonic,
Lymphatic stimulant
Enhances:
Balance, optimism, confidence, joy, vitality, clarity of thought, creativity, spontaneity, and Inspiration.
Reduces:
Depression, irritability, exhaustion, frustration, sadness, colds & flu, withdrawal
symptoms
Uses:
Digestive system: Poor appetite, anorexia,
Nervous system: Depression, headaches, nervous exhaustion, lethargy
Lymphatic system: Cellulite, obesity, fluid retention,
Skin Care: Acne, congested/oily skin, tissue tonic, promotes hair growth
Muscular/skeletal: Muscle fatigue, stiffness, exercise preparation
Immune system: Chills, Colds, flu, ingestion
Methods for use:
Massage
Use no more than 10 drops of essential oil to 20ml of carrier oil (Sweet Almond). A blend can have the combination of several essential oils, 3 different essential oils is a good balance. But the total drops of the essential oils should be no more than 10 drops. (The above dilution is 2 ½% ie the drops equal half the carrier oil).
Bath
Add 5 to 10 drops of essential oil to a full bath and agitate to disperse.
Vaporiser
Place 5 to 8 drops of essential oil on to the top of your Tri Nature vaporizer dish. If candle vaporizers are used, the oil should be added to water in the vaporizer pan.
Footbaths
Are simple and easy to use, but very effective as the skin on the soles of the feet absorb the essential oils quickly. Add 3 to 4 drops of essential oils in a bowl of hot water.
Blends well with:
Basil, Citrus oils, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cypress, Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Neroli, Palmarosa, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Ylang Ylang.
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Uplifting /Balancing Emotions
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Jet Lag blend or bath
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Fluid Retention rub
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Grapefruit
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2
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Grapefruit
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2
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Grapefruit
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2
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Sandalwood
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3
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Eucalyptus
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1
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Geranium
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3
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Lavender
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3
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Rosewood
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4
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Juniper
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3
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Total drops
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8
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Total drops
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9
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Total drops
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8
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In Vaporiser
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Carrier Oil
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20ml
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Carrier Oil
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16 ml
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Or Dispersant
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5 ml
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Or compress hot water
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