Essential oil, blood orange

Essential oil from blood orange brings a rich, sweet citrus fragrance to cosmetics, soaps and aromatherapy. It is obtained by pressing the peel of Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit and is used primarily as a natural perfume ingredient : its scent is fresh and warm, and in blends it complements floral, woody and spicy notes. The manufacturer also describes it as an oil with an uplifting effect on mood, which is why it is a frequent component of bath preparations, massage oils and diffuser blends. Red orange oil of European origin is a purely plant-based raw material with Vegan certification. What it is suitable for Perfumery – a sweet citrus fragrance described by the manufacturer as rich and full; in the finished product it comes across as fresh and warm. Aromatherapy – in a diffuser or bath blend, the manufacturer describes it as uplifting and refreshing, helping to create a pleasant atmosphere in the room. Antioxidant and antimicrobial effect – listed by the manufacturer among the oil's properties. In a formulation treat these as a complementary benefit, not a substitute for a preservation system or an antioxidant for the oil phase. Deodorisation – masks the unpleasant odour of base materials and gives the finished product a fresh note. Use in formulation It dissolves in oils and alcohol . It can be added directly to the oil phase, massage oils, balms and butters. Water-based products (tonics, sprays, baths) will not accept it without a solubiliser or an alcohol base, and the oil will float on the surface. In emulsions it is added to the cooled emulsion at a temperature below