Grapefruit Oil
| Botanical Name | : | Citrus paradisi | |
| Common Name | : | Citrus maxima oil, Citrus paradisi macf. peel oil | |
| CAS # | : | 8016-20-4 F.E.M.A. : 2530 | |
| Plant Parts Used | : | Peel | |
| Extraction Method | : | Cold pressed | |
| Color & Odor | : | Yellowish to reddish yellow clear liquid with sweet dry citrus grapefruit odor |
Description :
The grapefruit tree is originated in Asia. It is a large, shiny gloss-leaved tree that can grow about 10 meters (30 feet) high, with white flowers and large leaves
Constituents & Specifications :
Grapefruit oil has various chemical compounds that include pinene, sabinene, myrcene, limonene, linalool, citronellal, decyl acetate, neryl acetate, terpinenol, Citral and Neral.
Specific Gravity : 0.84800 - 0.85600 @ 25°C
Refractive Index : 1.47300 - 1.47900 @ 20°C
Properties :
Grapefruit oil are antidepressant, antiseptic, aperitif, diuretic, disinfectant, lymphatic stimulant, tonic and anti-infectious.
Benefits & Uses :
- Grapefruit has a high vitamin C content and is therefore valuable to the immune system. It helps protect against colds and flu, has a very positive effect on obesity.
- It has an uplifting effect on the mood and helps with stress and depression.
- It has been used for acne, appetite supprestant, cellulite, chills, circulation, colds, depression, detoxification, exhaustion-- physical and mental, flu/influenza, hair growth and tension headaches.
- It is a great nontoxic spray or wash for the cleaning of all pet areas, cages and bedding etc. to provide a germ free environment.