P like Petitgrain
Relaxing, soothing, balancing, essential oil of Petitgrain (Citrus aurantium) manages our emotions and our little blues well! not to confuse with the flowers of this small shrub which are distilled to give the essential oil of Neroli. For Petitgrain, the leaves are used.
Bitter orange petitgrain essential oil is extracted from the leaves and branches of the bitter lemon tree (Citrus aurantium ssp. amara), and has therapeutic properties beneficial to health. Here are some of its most well-known virtues:
- Calming properties: Petit grain bitter orange essential oil can help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety.
- Anti-infectious properties: Petit grain bitter orange essential oil has anti-infectious properties that can help fight bacterial and viral infections.
- Antiseptic properties: Petitgrain bitter orange essential oil has antiseptic properties that can help prevent infections.
- Regulating properties: Petit grain bitter orange essential oil can help regulate the production of sebum in the skin and hair.
- Toning properties: Petit grain bitter orange essential oil can help tone the skin and improve its overall appearance.
- Helps digestion: Bigarade petitgrain essential oil can help stimulate the digestive system and reduce associated symptoms such as nausea and cramps.
It is important to note that essential oils are powerful active ingredients that should be used with care. Pure, they can cause allergic reactions in some people. It is therefore recommended to consult a health professional before using them for medicinal purposes.
In les Huilettes, all our synergies of essential and plant oils follow European regulations and are tested under dermatological control.
