Petitgrain Essential Oil

Petitgrain

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium L.
Synonyms: Citrus bigaradia, Petitgrain Bigarade, Orange Leaf Oil, Bitter Orange Leaf
Family: Rutaceae

Common Uses:

Petitgrain essential oil is known for its revitalizing, balancing, and emotionally restoring qualities. It offers a stabilizing effect on the nervous system, promoting clarity and emotional resilience. Often used for stress relief, sleep support, and gentle energy boosts, it serves as a wonderful ally for emotional well-being and inner strength.

Blends well with:

• Stress / Anxiety / Nervous Tension: Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Sweet Orange, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
• Antidepressant Blend: Bergamot, Geranium, Sweet Orange, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
• Energizing / Invigorating: Geranium, Ginger, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary
• Insomnia: Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Lavender, Sandalwood

Precautions / Contraindications:

• Non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing.
• No known contraindications.
• GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe).
• Not expected to be phototoxic as it is steam distilled, unlike cold-pressed citrus oils.

As with all essential oils, taking internally, ingesting, or adding to food/beverages is not recommended and can cause harm.

Keep all essential oils out of the reach of children, lids secured in a cool, dark location.

Aromatic Note: Top Note – Similar to Neroli

A fresh, somewhat sharp top note that dries down to a sweeter, heavier floral aroma.

Oil & Aromatic Description:

Pale yellow to amber-colored oil with a complex yet uplifting scent—refreshing, floral, and slightly woody.

Method of Extraction: Steam distilled

Parts Used: Leaves of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium)
Country of Origin: Paraguay

Chakra: Third Eye

• Reduces "hot conditions" in the heart—calms restlessness, insomnia, and palpitations.
• Associated with the Fire Element—activates conscious thought, mental clarity, and deeper insights.
• Encourages strength and courage during emotionally challenging times.
• Helps balance emotional fragility, promoting gentle resilience and self-awareness.
• Aids in processing emotions with a positive and forward-moving outlook.

Myers-Briggs Personality Profile:

• Revitalizing, balancing, and emotionally restoring.
• Provides comfort and support but may struggle with expressing personal feelings.
• Prefers safe, familiar environments, avoiding risks out of fear of the unknown.
• Altruistic and drawn to humanitarian work—nurses, social workers, teachers.
• Can experience deep internal struggles if they ignore their true soul purpose.

For more information, please see the full oil profile.

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References:

Salvatore Battaglia – The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy – Volume 1 – Third Edition
Robert Tisserand, Rodney Young – Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition