Petitgrain Essential Oil
Petitgrain Essential Oil
Petitgrain Essential Oil (Citrus aurantium var. amara)
Petitgrain Essential Oil (Citrus aurantium var. amara) is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, producing a pale yellow to amber liquid with a refreshing, citrus, herbaceous aroma carrying soft floral undertones. It's a beautifully balanced oil, prized in both perfumery and aromatherapy.
In aromatherapy, Petitgrain is popular for promoting a sense of calm, emotional balance and mental clarity, making it a favourite in diffusers, massage oils and evening relaxation blends.
In skincare, Petitgrain is valued for its balancing and toning qualities, particularly in products formulated for oily or blemish-prone skin, including creams, lotions and facial blends designed to refresh and clarify the complexion.
This one deserves a little extra care: Petitgrain Essential Oil may be fatal if swallowed and enters the airways, and causes skin and serious eye irritation. Always dilute well before topical use, patch test first, and never ingest. Unlike Bitter Orange peel oil from the same tree, Petitgrain leaf/twig oil is not phototoxic.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium var. amara |
| Plant Part Used | Leaves and Twigs |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Origin | Paraguay |
| Purity | 100% Pure, Natural, Undiluted |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Amber Colored Liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.450 to 1.472 @ 20°C |
| Specific Gravity | 0.880 to 0.898 @ 20°C |
| Optical Rotation | -6° to +4° |
| Shelf Life | 36 Months |
Uses ▼
Burners and vaporizers
In vapor therapy, Petitgrain's fresh, herbaceous aroma helps to create a calm, uplifting atmosphere.
Blended massage oil or in the bath
As a blended massage oil or diluted in the bath, Petitgrain supports relaxation and emotional balance after a stressful day.
Blended in a cream/base cream
In a cream or lotion, Petitgrain's balancing and toning qualities are popular for oily or blemish-prone skin.
Blends Well With
| Although essential oils blend well with one another, Petitgrain oil goes particularly well with other essential oils such as bergamot, lavender, palmarosa, geranium, rosewood, sandalwood and neroli. |
Usage & Formulation Guide ▼
For soap makers, natural perfumers and cosmetic formulators. These are starting points, not finished formulas — always confirm compliance, stability and safety for your own finished product before use — see the IFRA Usage Guidelines document.
Fine Fragrance & Perfumery Accord
Petitgrain makes an excellent middle note — try it at 3-8% of the fragrance concentrate; it is not phototoxicity-restricted, so it carries no fine-fragrance IFRA cap.
Skincare & Massage Oil Inclusion Rate
For massage oils and lotions, Petitgrain works well at 1-3% of the total formulation.
Aromatherapy & Diffuser Blend
For a calming blend, try 3 drops Petitgrain with 2 drops Bergamot and 2 drops Lavender.
Cold-Process Soap
Petitgrain performs well in cold-process soap at 2-4% of total oil weight, holding its fresh, herbaceous scent nicely.
Product Documents SPECIFICATIONSSAFETY DATA SHEETIFRA GUIDELINESUSER GUIDE |
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Petitgrain Essential Oil (Citrus aurantium var. amara)
Petitgrain Essential Oil (Citrus aurantium var. amara) is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, producing a pale yellow to amber liquid with a refreshing, citrus, herbaceous aroma carrying soft floral undertones. It's a beautifully balanced oil, prized in both perfumery and aromatherapy.
In aromatherapy, Petitgrain is popular for promoting a sense of calm, emotional balance and mental clarity, making it a favourite in diffusers, massage oils and evening relaxation blends.
In skincare, Petitgrain is valued for its balancing and toning qualities, particularly in products formulated for oily or blemish-prone skin, including creams, lotions and facial blends designed to refresh and clarify the complexion.
This one deserves a little extra care: Petitgrain Essential Oil may be fatal if swallowed and enters the airways, and causes skin and serious eye irritation. Always dilute well before topical use, patch test first, and never ingest. Unlike Bitter Orange peel oil from the same tree, Petitgrain leaf/twig oil is not phototoxic.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium var. amara |
| Plant Part Used | Leaves and Twigs |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Origin | Paraguay |
| Purity | 100% Pure, Natural, Undiluted |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Amber Colored Liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.450 to 1.472 @ 20°C |
| Specific Gravity | 0.880 to 0.898 @ 20°C |
| Optical Rotation | -6° to +4° |
| Shelf Life | 36 Months |
Uses ▼
Burners and vaporizers
In vapor therapy, Petitgrain's fresh, herbaceous aroma helps to create a calm, uplifting atmosphere.
Blended massage oil or in the bath
As a blended massage oil or diluted in the bath, Petitgrain supports relaxation and emotional balance after a stressful day.
Blended in a cream/base cream
In a cream or lotion, Petitgrain's balancing and toning qualities are popular for oily or blemish-prone skin.
Blends Well With
| Although essential oils blend well with one another, Petitgrain oil goes particularly well with other essential oils such as bergamot, lavender, palmarosa, geranium, rosewood, sandalwood and neroli. |
Usage & Formulation Guide ▼
For soap makers, natural perfumers and cosmetic formulators. These are starting points, not finished formulas — always confirm compliance, stability and safety for your own finished product before use — see the IFRA Usage Guidelines document.
Fine Fragrance & Perfumery Accord
Petitgrain makes an excellent middle note — try it at 3-8% of the fragrance concentrate; it is not phototoxicity-restricted, so it carries no fine-fragrance IFRA cap.
Skincare & Massage Oil Inclusion Rate
For massage oils and lotions, Petitgrain works well at 1-3% of the total formulation.
Aromatherapy & Diffuser Blend
For a calming blend, try 3 drops Petitgrain with 2 drops Bergamot and 2 drops Lavender.
Cold-Process Soap
Petitgrain performs well in cold-process soap at 2-4% of total oil weight, holding its fresh, herbaceous scent nicely.
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Product Documents SPECIFICATIONSSAFETY DATA SHEETIFRA GUIDELINESUSER GUIDE |
