Sweet Orange Oil [Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Expressed]

A natural oil which gives you the perfect, glowing complexion.

Sweet Orange Essential Oil provides a boost of hydration for your skin


Where is it from?

You may be surprised to learn that sweet orange oil does not come from oranges. The citrus fruit we know and love is actually a hybrid of two other fruits - the pomelo and the mandarin. Sweet orange oil is extracted from the peel of the orange and has a wide range of benefits for the skin, and it comes from sweet orange trees! These trees are native to China and have been cultivated for centuries. The oil is extracted from the peel of the fruit and has a wide range of benefits for the skin.

What are the benefits of Sweet Orange Oil?

  • It is a natural antiseptic and can help to heal cuts and wounds
  • Contains anti-inflammatory properties which helps to soothe irritated skin
  • Provides a boost of hydration and nutrients
  • Contains collagen-boosting properties which helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

The Story Behind The Oil

The first recorded use of sweet orange oil was by the Egyptians who used it for cooking and as a perfume. The Romans also used it for cooking and as a medicine. In the Middle Ages, sweet orange oil was used to make candles and soap. It wasn't until the 18th century that sweet orange oil began to be used for its most popular use today - aromatherapy.