This pale yellowish essential oil comes from grapefruit trees in Brazil, Israel and California. Cold press expression of the grapefruit peel yields the essential oil. Grapefruit oil's properties include not irritating the skin and having no toxic properties. It does oxidize quickly so users need to be aware of its short shelf life, says Julia Lawless in her text "The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils."
Disinfect a Room
With its antiseptic properties, grapefruit essential oil naturally disinfects the air in a room or when applied to household objects. Include a few drops of essential grapefruit oil in a diffuser to spread the oil throughout the room as it vaporizes. It will disinfect what it contacts and provide a fresh natural scent. Use essential grapefruit oil in a cleaning spray to naturally clean household items.
Boost Mood
Essential grapefruit oil powerfully benefits people mentally and emotionally. Patricia Davis, essential oil expert and author of "Aromatherapy: an A-Z" writes that aromatherapists do not fully appreciate essential grapefruit oil's ability to promote positive mental affect. Davis recommends its use for people feeling down or possibly suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder. Diffusing essential grapefruit oil through the air will provide a mental lift to all who inhale its fresh citrus scent.
Muscle Fatigue and Soreness
Athletes and exercisers can benefit from essential grapefruit oil's effects on muscles. This essential oil reduces stiffness and soreness in stressed muscles. Patricia Davis uses essential grapefruit oil to massage athletes, dancers and others who actively stress their muscles to help them recover and prepare for their next activity.
Clear Acne and Oily Skin
Essential grapefruit oil benefits the skin. Julia Lawless recommends grapefruit essential oil to clear oily, congested skin or treat acne. "Aromatherapy: an A-Z" suggests including essential grapefruit oil in toners and lotions to take benefit from this property.
References
- "Aromatherapy an A-Z"; Patricia Davis; 2000
- "The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils"; Julie Lawless; 1995
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