Essential oil, orange

Essential oil, orange Orange essential oil gives products a fresh, sweet citrus scent and is also an active ingredient for oily and problem-prone skin . It is obtained by cold pressing the peel of sweet orange (Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Expressed) of South American origin, without solvents and without distillation. In the formulation, it serves primarily as a fragrance ingredient . At the correct dosage, it supports the cleansing and refreshing effect of products for the face, body, hands, hair and scalp. What it is suitable for Fragrance – a sweet, juicy citrus that has a refreshing effect on the skin. The manufacturer describes it as an uplifting scent suitable for aromatherapy and personal care. Cleansing – according to the manufacturer's data, it helps remove impurities and excess sebum from skin and hair, making it suitable for rinse-off cleansing products and shampoos. Antimicrobial action – used in cosmetics in products for skin prone to impurities. It does not replace a preservative; finished water-based products must be preserved in the usual way. Cooling sensation – the manufacturer indicates a cooling effect and soothing of irritated skin, for example in body products for after-sun use. Oily and problem-prone skin – added at low concentrations to facial toners, cleansing gels and masks for this skin type. Use in formulation The essential oil is not water-soluble ; it dissolves in oils and in alcohol. In anhydrous products (body oils, balms, massage oils, butters) it is blended into the oil phase. In emulsions it is added during the cooling phase , when the