The mandarin tangerine (Citrus tangerina) is a hybrid of the mandarin with the orange. It is a small tree about 5 meters tall with oval, glossy leaves, small, very fragrant, white flowers. The fruit, round with an orange-colored skin and divided inside into segments rich in juice, is native to the Far East but is now widespread also in the Mediterranean regions. Mandarin essential oil (dōTERRA Tangerine) is extracted by cold pressing from fruit peels. It is a light orange liquid with a sweet and fresh fragrance, with citrus tones, which is widely used as a flavoring in the pharmaceutical and aromatherapy industry .
Originally from southern China, the mandarin has spread throughout Asia and then arrived in Europe. In ancient China, during some festivals, the fruit was given to Chinese Mandarins (imperial officials) who gave it its name. At the beginning of the 19th century, it was imported to Europe, first to England and then to the Mediterranean regions. Mandarin offers one of the major anti-stress essential oils. Its scent is sometimes preferred to that of bitter orange (which produces the essential oils of neroli and petitgrain), and is just as relaxing and calming.
The multipleproperties of the essential oil of tangerine tangerinedōTERRA are a valuable remedy to alleviate a variety of ailments. ISantispasmodic,analgesic,digestive,antibacterial.
Thanks to the presence of limonene and geraniol, the essential oil of mandarin performs aaction antiviralAndantisepticenough to make it extremely effective in the treatment of skin imperfections (acne and oily skin).
Its properties on the physical level are to counteract obesity, water retention and diarrhea mainly due to nervous tension. On a psychic level, it regulates the nervous system and is an excellent sedative for anxiety states.
Its sedative action makes it aexcellent help to counteract insomnia. It is effective in case of gastric disorders (colic, intestinal spasms, aerophagia, stomach pain) and stimulates the appetite in case of absence due to depression.
The essential oil of tangerine tangerine is very delicate and for this reason used very often inpregnancyand for ichildren. L'sedative actiontangerine tangerine essential oil is effective in the states ofvoltageorrestlessnessand it favors the night rest of children, especially for those who show hyper arousal, difficulty falling asleep and, in general, emotional stress.
Mandarin essential oil promotes the proper functioning ofdigestive system. Its stimulating effects on the elimination of liquids make it very suitable for the treatment of water retention andcellulite.
One of the most interesting properties of tangerine mandarin essential oil is that ofpromote blood circulationlocal, making it the ideal remedy when you want to improve skin tone.
How to use
Diffusion: use 3 - 4 drops in the diffuser for a balsamic effect. Ideal against anxiety, insomnia, depression; makes you feel safe and secure, great for small children when they feel scared; suitable for young people and restless adolescents; calm fears; counteracts irritability.
Internal use:dilute 2 drops, three times a day in a teaspoon of honey, in a drink or in a fruit smoothie
Topical use:mix 5 drops with 10ml of dōTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil for a relaxing massage.
Cosmetic use: pour a drop in refreshing and relaxing body creams; counteracts cellulite and fights stretch marks;
For the bath: mix 5 drops with epsom salt and add to the water.
To perfume the skin: mix 1 drop with 10 drops of carrier oil.
Shampoo for fragile hair: dilute 2 drops per frequent washing; great deodorant.
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WARNINGS Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing or have medical assistance, consult your doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes, the inside of the ears and sensitive areas. Tangerine oil is photosensitizing, so don't apply it to your skin before sun exposure.