Grapefruit comes in two types – pink and white. The essential oil is very similar. Our pink grapefruit essential oil is cold-pressed from Citrus Racemosa fruits grown in France.
Did you know that the genetic origin of the grapefruit is a natural hybrid? One ancestor of the grapefruit was the Jamaican sweet orange (Citrus sinensis), itself an ancient hybrid of Asian origin; the other was the Indonesian pomelo. Both Citrus Sinensis and Citrus Maxima were present in the West Indies by 1692.
One story of the fruit’s origin is that a certain “Captain Shaddock” brought pomelo (Citrus Maxima) seeds to Jamaica and bred the first fruits, which were then called Shaddocks. But that’s a story 🙂
The grapefruit then probably originated as a naturally occurring hybrid between the two plants sometime after they had been introduced in Jamaica.
Grapefruit growing south of France
Common Uses of the Grapefruit Essential Oil
Grapefruit essential oil can lift the spirits and combat fatigue.
Topically, it is great for oily skin types and acts as a light astringent.
Diffuse or apply topically in 2-5% dilution.
It can also be added to a facial scrub.
Aromatic Scent
Grapefruit Pink Essential Oil has a fresh, sweet citrus smell that is very characteristic of the fruit.
Cautions
Grapefruit Essential Oil can cause photosensitivity – avoid sun exposure after topical application.
Avoid use during pregnancy.
Grapefruit Essential Oil Specifications:
- 15ml bottle
- Pure quality oil from cold press, no chemical process
- 100% oil – no other oil
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