Technical data
- Product Name: Petitgrain
- Latin name: Citrus aurantium
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8014-17-3
Features
- Scent: Fresh, green-citrus with soft floral and woody undertones, slightly bittersweet
- Scent type: Citrus smells
- Note: Top to middle
- Color: Pale yellow to light amber
- Viscosity: Thin, free-flowing
Blends with
Quiet Garden
Purpose
- A serene diffuser blend for unwinding evenings.
- Recipe
3 drops Petitgrain, 2 drops Lavender, 2 drops Cedarwood in diffuser
Morning Cologne Mist
Purpose
- A fresh, classic eau-de-cologne style body mist.
- Recipe
2% dilution: 12 drops Petitgrain, 6 drops Bergamot, 4 drops Neroli in 30 ml jojoba oil
Dillution guideline
- Use at 2–5% dilution in a carrier oil such as jojoba or sweet almond for general topical use.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Use in low dilution (max 1%) for children over 3 years old; avoid on infants.
- Pregnancy
Consult a qualified aromatherapist or healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or nursing.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs and birds; citrus-derived oils can be problematic for animals.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity, unlike many cold-pressed citrus oils.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store in a tightly sealed dark glass bottle, away from heat and direct sunlight.
