Sparkling, sweet and a little tart. White grapefruit oil is expressed from the peel of Citrus paradisi grown in the USA. It is a bright, uplifting scent, cooler and drier than orange, and it is popular in skin care blends for oily skin.
At a glance
- Botanical name: Citrus paradisi
- Origin: USA
- Extraction: expressed from the peel
- Aroma: sparkling, sweet
Ways to use it
- Diffuser: 4–5 drops alone, or with peppermint or rosemary for a wide-awake room.
- Skin and body: add to a body oil or an unscented wash for a fresh citrus scent.
- Blends well with: peppermint, rosemary, lavender, ylang ylang and geranium.
External use only. Always dilute before applying to skin and patch-test first. Keep away from children and eyes. Expressed citrus oils can make skin sensitive to sunlight, so avoid sun on treated skin for 12 hours.
