Petitgrain Essential Oil
Best for: Calm, fresh diffuser blends with a soft citrus and green note
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Petitgrain essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, Citrus aurantium var. amara, grown in Paraguay. It has a fresh, citrusy, herbaceous aroma with soft floral undertones, and is a balanced middle note that links bright citrus with deeper florals and woods.
Its gentle green citrus scent is traditionally associated in aromatherapy with calm, emotional balance and a clear head, and it is a favourite for evening diffuser blends and relaxing room atmospheres. It blends easily with bergamot, lavender and neroli, adding freshness without the sharpness of a peel oil. Unlike bitter orange peel oil, petitgrain is not phototoxic, but it can irritate skin and eyes, so always dilute it well and patch test first.
- Fresh, citrusy and herbaceous aroma with soft floral undertones
- Balanced middle note that bridges citrus, florals and woods
- Traditionally associated with calm, emotional balance and mental clarity
- Not phototoxic, unlike the peel oils from the same tree
Blends well with: Bergamot, geranium, lavender, neroli, palmarosa, rosewood and sandalwood
About this oil
Petitgrain essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, Citrus aurantium var. amara, grown in Paraguay. It has a fresh, citrusy, herbaceous aroma with soft floral undertones, and is a balanced middle note that links bright citrus with deeper florals and woods.
Its gentle green citrus scent is traditionally associated in aromatherapy with calm, emotional balance and a clear head, and it is a favourite for evening diffuser blends and relaxing room atmospheres. It blends easily with bergamot, lavender and neroli, adding freshness without the sharpness of a peel oil. Unlike bitter orange peel oil, petitgrain is not phototoxic, but it can irritate skin and eyes, so always dilute it well and patch test first.
- Fresh, citrusy and herbaceous aroma with soft floral undertones
- Balanced middle note that bridges citrus, florals and woods
- Traditionally associated with calm, emotional balance and mental clarity
- Not phototoxic, unlike the peel oils from the same tree
Uses
- Diffuser or vaporiserAdd 3–5 drops to your diffuser or oil burner with water for a calm, fresh room aroma, or try 3 drops with 2 drops each of bergamot and lavender.
- BathMix 3–4 drops into a tablespoon of carrier oil or unscented bath base first, then add it to a warm bath. Never add undiluted essential oil to bath water.
- Massage and aromatherapyIf you use it in massage, aromatherapy or other skin applications, always dilute it in a carrier oil at around 1–2% (roughly 6–12 drops per 30ml). Patch test first.
Blends well with
Specifications
| Botanical name | Citrus aurantium var. amara |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Leaves and twigs |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Purity | 100% pure, natural, undiluted |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to amber liquid |
| Aroma | Fresh, citrusy and herbaceous with soft floral undertones |
| Size options | 10ml, 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml |
| Origin | Paraguay |
| Shelf life | 36 months when stored correctly |
Safety & storage
- For external use only. Never take internally, as it may be fatal if swallowed and enters the airways.
- Never apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute in a carrier oil.
- Causes skin and serious eye irritation. Patch test the diluted blend on a small area for 24 hours before full use.
- Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use on broken or irritated skin.
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for babies and young children, unless advised by a qualified practitioner.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Storage: Store tightly capped in the original dark glass bottle, away from heat and direct sunlight.
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Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
