Petitgrain Pure Essential Oil

Petitgrain Essential Oil (Citrus aurantium var. amara)

Origin: Native to Southeast Asia, now widely cultivated across Paraguay, France, Egypt, Tunisia, and other Mediterranean regions. Paraguay is the largest producer of petitgrain oil. The oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and small twigs of the bitter orange tree, which belongs to the Rutaceae (citrus) family. Petitgrain is one of three oils produced from the same tree - neroli is distilled from the blossoms and bitter orange oil is cold-pressed from the fruit peel. The name "petitgrain" originates from the French for "small grain," referring to the small, unripe fruits that were originally used in distillation. It has been a valued ingredient in perfumery since the 18th century and remains a staple in both fine and artisan fragrance work.

Scent: Fresh, green, and softly floral with a bright, woody, herbaceous character. Clean and elegant - there's a distinctive, sharp, citrusy-green brightness balanced by a warm, slightly balsamic, woody depth. Subtly bitter and dry with a faint, powdery, neroli-like sweetness. Refined, complex, and beautifully balanced - a versatile, sophisticated scent that sits between the freshness of a citrus oil and the depth of a woody-floral. Often described as neroli's greener, more understated cousin.

Uses:

• A staple of natural perfumery - adds a fresh, green, woody-floral quality and elegant brightness to blends
• A classic addition to diffuser blends, bringing a fresh, clean, refined atmosphere to any space
• Widely used in candle making and soap crafting for its versatile, clean, citrus-green character
• Used in natural household products for its fresh, bright scent profile
• Blends beautifully with neroli, bergamot, lavender, rosemary, geranium, clary sage, cedarwood, sandalwood, and ylang ylang oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for fresh, green, floral, and cologne-style compositions
• An excellent and more affordable alternative to neroli in blending, offering a similar but greener, more herbaceous character

Important Information:

• For External Use only
• 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

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

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

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