Technical data
- Product Name: Mandarin
- Latin name: Citrus reticulata
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8008-31-9
Features
- Scent: Sweet, juicy, sun-warmed citrus with a soft floral undertone and gentle tangy brightness.
- Scent type: Citrus smells
- Note: Top
- Color: Pale yellow to light orange
- Viscosity: Thin, free-flowing
Blends with
Quiet Orchard
Purpose
- Encourages a peaceful, sleep-ready atmosphere for the bedroom.
- Recipe
4 drops Mandarin, 2 drops Lavender, 1 drop Cedarwood Atlas in the diffuser.
Little Sunbeam Roll-On
Purpose
- A gentle, mood-lifting blend for moments of restlessness.
- Recipe
10 ml jojoba oil + 2 drops Mandarin + 1 drop Roman Chamomile in a roll-on bottle (1.5% dilution).
Dillution guideline
- For topical use, dilute to 1–3% in a carrier oil such as jojoba, argan or sweet almond.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Generally considered one of the gentler citrus oils; use at low dilution (max 0.5–1%) for children over 2 years and avoid direct application near the face.
- Pregnancy
Consult a qualified aromatherapist or healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or while nursing.
- Pets
Citrus oils can be irritating to cats and some pets — diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms and never apply to animals.
- Photosensitivity
Steam-distilled mandarin is generally considered non-phototoxic, but caution is advised in strong sun after heavy topical use.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight and heat; refrigeration extends shelf life.
