Sweet Orange essential oil

Botanical name: Citrus sinensis

Key Facts

Sizes	10 ml, 25 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre
Origin	Portugal & Spain
Extraction	Cold expression of fresh fruit peel
Fragrance Note	Top
Purity	100 % pure; carefully quality-checked
Sourcing	Pesticide-free; sustainable cultivation

Why Choose Abbey Essentials Sweet Orange Oil?

Our Sweet Orange oil is cold-pressed in small batches from freshly harvested Citrus sinensis peels in Portugal and Spain. Rapid processing and strict quality checks ensure each bottle retains its bright, sugary-citrus aroma and skin-rejuvenating properties.

Overview

Sweet Orange essential oil offers a fresh, sweet-citrus scent dominated by limonene. Renowned for its uplifting and calming effects, it may help energise the mind, refresh the skin and support gentle relaxation.

Notes

• Top Note: Bright citrus opening
• Middle Note: Juicy sweet heart
• Base Note: Warm peel undertone

Scent Family

Citrus · Fresh · Uplifting

Aromatic Description

Sweet, sugary top notes blend into a juicy, fruit-forward core with a soft, warm finish.

Therapeutic Properties

Uplifting · Relaxing · Antioxidant · Skin-rejuvenating

Volatility & Evaporation Rate

Fast evaporation; ideal for top-note prominence in blends.

Plant Origin & Production

• Botanical Source: Citrus sinensis
• Grown in: Portugal & Spain
• Plant Part: Fruit peel
• Extraction Method: Cold expression
• Aroma Profile: Sweet, citrusy, fresh

Tradition & Natural Wellness Use

Used in traditional Chinese medicine and valued by Romans for post-festivity refreshment, Sweet Orange oil may help to:

• Boost immunity and energy
• Calm children and relieve tension
• Rejuvenate sun-exposed or dull skin

Ideal For

• Diffuser blends to uplift mood
• Massage oils for gentle relaxation
• Facial and body moisturisers
• Bath soaks for energising comfort
• DIY household cleaners

Popular Uses

Aromatherapy (Mood & Atmosphere)

Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser or bowl of warm water to uplift and refresh your space.

Holistic & Wellness Routines

Blend 2–4 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto temples or chest to calm the mind. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.

DIY Skincare & Beauty

Add 1–2 drops per 10 ml base emollient to creams or lotions to support skin tone and radiance. Patch test before use; avoid sensitive areas.

Blends Well With

• Basil essential oil
• Bergamot essential oil
• Cinnamon Bark essential oil
• Clove essential oil
• Frankincense essential oil
• Geranium essential oil
• Jasmine essential oil
• Lavender essential oil
• Lemon essential oil
• May Chang essential oil
• Marjoram essential oil
• Myrrh essential oil
• Neroli essential oil
• Patchouli essential oil
• Rose essential oil
• Sandalwood essential oil
• Vetiver essential oil
• Ylang-Ylang essential oil

⚠️ Caution

Sweet Orange oil may irritate skin if used undiluted and is mildly phototoxic. Always dilute to 2–5 % in a carrier oil and avoid direct sunlight for 12 hours after application. Not recommended for internal use. Store in a cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Tags

Uplifting · Citrus aroma · Skin rejuvenation · DIY skincare · Aromatherapy blend

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