Mandarin Essential Oil

Mandarin Essential Oil (Citrus reticulata)

Origin: Native to China and Southeast Asia, now widely cultivated across Italy, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, and other Mediterranean and subtropical regions. Italy is one of the most notable producers, particularly of the prized Italian mandarin. The oil is cold-pressed from the rind (peel) of the ripe fruit, which belongs to the Rutaceae (citrus) family. Mandarin oil is available in three varieties depending on the stage of harvest – green (unripe), yellow (semi-ripe), and red (fully ripe) – each with a slightly different scent profile. Red mandarin is the most common and sweetest, while green mandarin is sharper and more zesty. Mandarin has been used in aromatic traditions for centuries and holds a long-established place in perfumery.

Scent: Sweet, bright, and delicately citrusy with a warm, juicy, tangerine-like character. Soft and rounded – there's a gentle, honeyed sweetness balanced by a subtle, floral, almost neroli-like undertone. Slightly green and zesty with a faint, dry, peel-like depth. The red variety is the sweetest and most mellow, the yellow is balanced and versatile, and the green is the sharpest and most vibrant. Gentle, radiant, and universally appealing – a warm, comforting citrus scent that is softer and sweeter than most other citrus oils.

Uses:

• Valued in natural perfumery as a soft, sweet citrus accent – adds a gentle, warm brightness and a delicate, honeyed quality to blends
• A lovely addition to diffuser blends, bringing a warm, cheerful atmosphere to any space
• Widely used in candle making and soap crafting for its soft, sweet, approachable citrus character
• Used in natural household products for its fresh, clean scent profile
• Blends beautifully with lavender, neroli, bergamot, ylang ylang, cinnamon, vanilla, sandalwood, frankincense, and chamomile oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for citrus, floral, gourmand, and festive compositions
• Different harvest stages offer versatility – green for freshness, yellow for balance, red for sweetness

Important Information:

• For External Use Only
• Mandarin oil may be mildly phototoxic – avoid direct sunlight or UV exposure on skin for up to 12 hours after topical application as a precaution
• Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before applying to skin
• Perform a patch test before use
• Consult a qualified professional before use if pregnant or nursing
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store in a cool, dark place to preserve freshness – citrus oils have a shorter shelf life than most essential oils and can oxidise over time

Available in 10ml, 30ml, 50ml and 100ml sizes

Supplied in glass amber bottles with inbuilt dropper and tamper evident cap

Due to the low flashpoint, we are unable to ship this item outside the UK

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