Grapefruit Essential Oil Fact Sheet

Botanical Name - (Citrus paradisi, macfaden)
Part of plant used - fruit peel

Grapefruit is high in Vitamin C and works effectively against infections. Its aroma is refreshing, uplifting and citrusy. Is often used to help with different emotional states.

Emotional Applications

· promotes activity and health

· releases the past and creates excitement about the future and its opportunities

Physical Applications

· Fluid retention - massage

· Cellulite - massage - use firm upward strokes towards the heart to assist in eliminating toxins and wastes

· Temporary relief of bronchial cough, colds and flu - steam inhalation or massage into chest, throat and neck

· Stress, anxiety, depression, nervousness - vapouriser, bath, massage

· Skin that is oily with enlarged pores and puffiness - steam inhalation

Cautions

· Do not take internally.

· Do not use before going into the sun

· Some people are sensitive to this oil - do a patch test first.