Petitgrain Essential Oil is derived from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, which has a long history of use in traditional health practices. Two other essential oils come from the same tree: Neroli from the blossoms and Bitter Orange from the fruit rinds.
Petitgrain oil is widely used in the perfume industry, giving body sprays, lotions, and colognes a fresh and herbaceous note that’s popular among both women and men.
Historically, petitgrain oil was used as a topical cleanser. People also consumed it to support healthy immune and nervous system function. * Emerging scientific evidence supports these and other uses.
By sourcing Petitgrain essential oil from Paraguay through Co-Impact Sourcing®, doTERRA supports needed rural community development projects and provides diversified income for small-scale farmers. Growing bitter orange trees allows farmers to earn income without clearcutting land for crops, protecting the remaining patches of the Atlantic Forest in eastern Paraguay.
Primary Benefits
- Petitgrain essential oil may support healthy cardiovascular and immune function when used internally. *
- Petitgrain oil provides powerful internal antioxidant support. *
- Petitgrain essential oil may promote a restful sleep when consumed. *
Uses
- Diffuse Petitgrain essential oil for a calming and relaxing aroma. It blends well with other citrus oils like Cassia, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, Geranium, and Lemongrass.
- Take Petitgrain oil internally to help ease feelings of tension, calm the nervous system, and promote restful sleep.*
- Before going to bed, place a few drops of Petitgrain essential oil, along with Lavender or Bergamot oil, on pillows and bedding for a relaxing bedtime aroma.
- Take one to two drops of Petitgrain oil in water or juice to help support cardiovascular, immune, nervous, and digestive health.*
Directions for Use
Aromatic use: Place three to four drops of Petitgrain essential oil in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal Use: Dilute one drop of Petitgrain oil in four fluid ounces of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops of Petitgrain essential oil to the desired area. Dilute with a carrier oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Cautions: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you’re pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, face, and sensitive areas.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.