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Sweet Orange Essential Oil is extracted from the peel of sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) through cold pressing. It has a refreshing citrus aroma and various potential therapeutic benefits, widely used in aromatherapy and natural remedies. Below are its main effects and usage precautions:
1. Main Benefits
- Mood Regulation & Stress Relief Anti-anxiety and mood enhancement: Rich in limonene, sweet orange oil stimulates serotonin release in the brain, alleviating stress, anxiety, and depression, and promoting a sense of well-being. Sleep improvement: When blended with lavender oil, it can soothe nerves and aid sleep (low dosage required).
- Digestive Support Relieves indigestion: Diluted and massaged onto the abdomen (with a carrier oil), it promotes gastrointestinal motility, easing bloating and constipation. Appetite stimulation: Inhalation can stimulate appetite, suitable for those with poor appetite.
- Immune & Antibacterial Properties Antibacterial effects: Inhibits certain bacteria (e.g., E. coli) and can assist in environmental cleaning (enhanced when combined with other antibacterial oils). Immune support: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, it may indirectly boost immunity (better supplemented through diet).
- Skincare Oil control and brightening: Diluted (1-2% concentration), it regulates oily skin and improves dullness (patch test required for sensitive skin). Wound healing: Mild antibacterial properties may aid minor wound recovery (use with caution).
- Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory Limonene has antioxidant properties, potentially helping combat free radicals and reduce chronic inflammation.
- Household & Insect Repellent Mixed with vinegar or water, it serves as a natural cleaner and air freshener; repels certain insects (e.g., fruit flies).
2. Usage Precautions
- Photosensitivity: Cold-pressed sweet orange oil contains furocoumarins—avoid direct sunlight for 12 hours after application to prevent skin pigmentation or burns.
- Dilution: Always dilute with a carrier oil (e.g., jojoba, coconut oil) before topical use (recommended concentration: 1-3%).
- Patch test: Perform an allergy test on the inner wrist before first use.
- Pregnancy & Children: Consult a doctor before use by pregnant/nursing women or infants; further dilute for children (0.5-1%).
- Storage: Keep in a dark, sealed container refrigerated; use within 6-12 months after opening (citrus oils oxidize easily).
3. Common Applications
- Aromatherapy diffusion: 3-5 drops in a diffuser to uplift mood.
- Massage oil: 10ml carrier oil + 2-3 drops sweet orange oil for abdominal or neck/shoulder massage.
- Spray: Mix with water + alcohol to create a refreshing spray.
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