Technical data
- Product Name: Neroli
- Latin name: Citrus aurantium
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
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- CAS: 8016-38-4
Features
- Scent: Sweet, honeyed and luminous floral with a soft citrus shimmer and a delicate green, slightly bitter undertone.
- Scent type: Citrus smells
- Note: Middle to top
- Color: Pale yellow to golden, sometimes with a faint amber tint.
- Viscosity: Low — thin and free-flowing.
Blends with
Bridal Veil
Purpose
- A luminous, romantic perfume oil for special occasions.
- Recipe
In 10 ml jojoba: 4 drops Neroli, 2 drops Bergamot, 1 drop Ylang Ylang, 1 drop Sandalwood (approx. 4% dilution).
Sunday Slow Down
Purpose
- A gentle diffuser blend for unhurried mornings.
- Recipe
In diffuser: 3 drops Neroli, 2 drops Lavender, 2 drops Bergamot.
Dillution guideline
- For topical use, dilute to 0.5-2% in a carrier oil such as jojoba, argan or sweet almond (about 3-12 drops per 30 ml).
- Patch test
Apply a small amount of the diluted blend to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Use only in well-diluted form (max 0.5%) for children over 3 years; avoid direct application on infants.
- Pregnancy
Generally considered gentle, but consult a qualified aromatherapist or healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or nursing.
- Pets
Keep out of reach of pets; diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms and never apply to cats, dogs or birds without veterinary advice.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity, as steam-distilled Neroli is considered non-phototoxic.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight and heat; best used within 3 years of opening.
