Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Aromatherapy for Anxiety Relief – Petitgrain Pure Essential Oil ( Citrus aurantium )

Keywords: A warm, refreshing orange aroma that fairly sparkles with brightness. Petitgrain is a top note often used in perfumery. Almost all cologne waters contain some petitgrain oil.

Steam distilled from the leaves of the bitter orange tree Petitgrain oil has a lovely fresh and revitalizing scent. The finest aroma qualities for therapeutic benefits are obtained from the leaves of the bitter orange tree. 


Petitgrain from the bitter orange tree is longer lasting than most other citrus oils. 

Stabilizing to the emotions Petitgrain has a reputation for calming individuals with high-strung temperaments and volatile dispositions!

Gladdens and softens the heart Petitgrain is reported to be excellent for relieving rapid heart palpitations, or anxiety and panic.

Inhale Petitgrain to soothe your mind and calm any upset emotions or feelings.

Petitgrain lifts the mood and stabilizes your emotions. Its sedating and tranquilizing effect on the mind and emotions make it especially useful for inducing restful sleep.

Helpful for coming off tranquilizers, blend Petigrain with Spikenard to enhance this effect!

A phytoestrogen Petitgrain promotes hormonal balance in both men and women and has an especially good synergy with Clary Sage.

Promotes mental clarity and the mind responds with softer thoughts about any life situation you may be experiencing.
Petigrain's effect to relax the mind also enhances memory. Research scientists have long reported that laughter's relaxing effect aids your ability to learn and remember.

May be useful for recovering addicts, helping them to detox and overcome substance abuse.

it softens the harsh qualities of an insecure ego. Petigrain helps to relax inner defenses. When pride is relinquished genuine communication with others is possible.

Petitgrain is excellent to use for acne care, facial edema, or when feeling bloated or experiencing digestive weakness due to emotional stress or unsettled feelings!

You may consider substituting a percentage of the less expensive Petitgrain, in a blend that calls for Neroli blossoms which is distilled from the blossoms of the bitter orange tree.

IN AYURVEDA, an ancient system of healing practiced in India, the sour aroma of Petitgrain is used to regulate and pacify Vata imbalances. 

Symptoms of Vata imbalance are premenstrual syndrome, constipation, insomnia, restlessness, nervousness,anxiety and worry.

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CAUTION: Petitgrain is a Photosensitizer – avoid sunlight for 3-4 hours after application to the skin.

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