Description:
Grapefruit is a hybrid subtropical citrus tree, scientifically termed as Citrus paradise belongs to Rutaceae family, also known as C. racemosa and C. maxima. It is originated from Asia, also cultivated in U.S.A., Brazil and Israel. It usually grows up to 16-20 feet but it can reach 43-49ft as well. Grapefruit flower its fruit is pale yellow orange skinned and grows in grape like clusters.Grapefruit oil is rich in antioxidants as it contains Vitamin C, Vitamin A and lycopene.
Extraction:
Grapefruit oil is extracted from grapefruit fresh peel through distillation process or by cold compression.
Properties:
Grapefruit essential oil is either pale yellow or light ruby in color, having sharp refreshing aroma and watery viscosity.
Composition:
The most abundant constitute of grapefruit oil is limonene approx 80-85% and other major constituents are alpha pinene, sabinene, myrcene, geraniol, linalool, decyl acetate, neryl acetate and terpinen-4-ol.
Blending:
Grapefruit oil is nicely mixes with bergamot, lavender, geranium, palmarosa and frankincense essential oil.
Uses:
- Grapefruit oil is effective against excessive oiliness, dryness and blemishes and promote glow to skin.
- It prevents skin from aging and reduces dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles.
- It also decreases chance of skin cancer as it contain Vitamin C, have antioxidant property.
- It is used for treatment of angular cheilitis, an infection in which mouth corners that manifests itself through red blamed lesions and also prevents mouth corner cracks.
- Grapefruit oil is beneficial for hair care as it stimulate hair follicles, promotes hair growth, helps in treatment of hair loss and also detangles hair.
- It is detoxifier as it eliminates toxins, remove excess fluids and help burn fat.
- It is used for aromatherapy; it alleviates hangovers, headaches, mental fatigue and depression.
- It is used as ingredient in skin and hair care products, as it reduce appearance of cellulite.
- It is used as air freshener and deodorizer as it remove unpleasant odors in kitchens and bathrooms.
- It is used in massage oil, it provide relief from muscle and joint pain, menstrual cramps and headaches.
- It is effectively fight against drugs addiction and food cravings by its soothing effect.
- It promotes immune system; it fights against activity of free radicals.
- It act as stimulant as it stimulates brain & boost thinking power and also stimulate endocrine glands and promote secretions of hormones, enzymes and keep entire body healthy.
- It ensures healthier lymphatic system as it boosts lymphatic activity and eliminates toxins and prevents problems like cellulite, blood urea, rheumatism, arthritis, gout and renal calculi.
- It has disinfectant quality as it protect body from infections and eliminates infections. It is used for treatment of colons, stomach, intestines, urinary system, excretory system and kidneys.
- It is used as toner for all organ systems as it improves overall health and strength , also tones up all organ system inside our body.
- It reduces muscles stiffness and cramps by its refreshing feeling.
- It is used for treatment of dry throat, cold and influenza and prevents gingivitis and promotes healthy gums and breathes freshener.
- Grapefruit oil is used as fragrance component in soaps and cosmetics.
Safety and Precautions:
- Avoid using before sun exposure as it can cause skin irritation and skin discoloration because it increases photosensitivity to ultraviolet rays.
- Avoid consuming during pregnancy or breast feeding
- Keep away from reach of children.
Specification of Grape Fruit Oil:
Appearance – Fluid liquid
Colour – Orange brown to dark yellowish, Brown or Olive brown
Occasionally lemon yellow colour.
Odour – The odour is pleasant orange like with a rich neroli reflection, floral undertone.
Botanical Source – Citrus Paradisii
Physico-Chemical Properties:
Specific Gravity – 0.840 – 0.858
Refractive Index – 1.471 – 1.482
Optical Rotation – +78° to +94°
Solubility – Soluble in Alcohol and other organic solvents & in soluble in water.
Storage – In well fitted container in cool and dark place.
