Ancient Apothecary Orange Essential Oil 

For topical, aromatherapy or dietary purposes.

Orange essential oil is wonderful for its scent and healthy constituents, the most prominent of which are limonene (which is about 85–96 percent of the extract and a potent antioxidant) and myrcene (0.5–3 percent).

Have you ever noticed the slight amount of oil that comes out when cut into an orange or when you’ve “zested” its skin to use the outer peel in recipes? The strong taste and aroma that come from the oils are exactly what’s concentrated in orange essential oil.

Orange essential oil has a variety uses. With a delicious, zesty, citrus-packed taste, it’s no wonder that it’s added flavor to beverages, desserts and more. It’s also been commonly used in soaps, body lotions and creams.

Orange essential oil is extracted from the peels of oranges that are cold-pressed. Some of its potent components include alpha pinene, citronellal, geranial, sabinene, myrcene, limonene, linalool and neral—components that combine to make it a sensational essential oil!

In fact, orange essential oil is a great oil to have to pamper and fortify you while filling up your senses with its crisp, citrusy scent.

Cautions: Possible skin sensitivity. Consult your physician before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or if you have a medical condition. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, and sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children.  

Orange oil uses and benefits:

• To use as a supplement, add one drop to four ounces of water or place a drop in an empty supplement capsule and consume.†
• For an energizing boost, place one to two drops in the palm of your hand, rub together and cup over nose and mouth for 30 seconds.
• Add two to three drops as a flavoring in cake and cookie recipes.
• Add one or two drops in water, smoothies, teas or lemonade for flavoring.
• Add several drops to a spray bottle filled with water and use as a natural cleaner for countertops and more.
• Diffuse for an invigorating citrus-filled experience.
• Add a drop to your favorite face or body cream and apply.

As a citrus oil, orange essential oil naturally blends well with other citrus essential oils. Additionally, orange essential oil blends well with cinnamon essential oil, clove essential oil, frankincense essential oil, ginger essential oil, black pepper essential oil, sandalwood essential oil and vetiver essential oil.