Orange oil is an essential oil produced by cells within the rind of an orange fruit (Citrus sinensis fruit). In contrast to most essential oils, it is extracted as a by-product of orange juice production by centrifugation, producing a cold-pressed oil.
The essential oil of orange has a wide variety of domestic, industrial and medicinal uses. Domestically, it is used to add orange flavor to beverages, desserts and sweetmeats. Industrially, it is used in soaps, body lotions, creams, anti-aging and wrinkle-lifting applications, concentrates for soft beverages, room fresheners, sprays, deodorants, biscuits, chocolates, confectionery and bakery items.
Orange Essential Oil- Composition and Extraction Process
This essential oil is obtained from the peels of orange by cold compression. The main components of this oil are Alpha Pinene, Citronellal, Geranial, Sabinene, Myrcene, Limonene, Linalool and Neral.
According to research, the benefits of orange oil include:
- Fighting cancerous tumors
- Increasing circulation
- Killing bacteria and pathogens
- Decreasing wrinkles
- Improving complexion
- Easing anxiety
- Decreasing hypertension
Health Benefits of Orange Essential Oil
Antispasmodic – orange essential oil, relaxes muscular and nervous spasms.
Sedative – Alleviates anxiety, anger, depression and certain bodily inflammations.
Aphrodisiac – Orange essential oil has mild aphrodisiac properties. Systematic and regular use can cure problems such as frigidity, erectile problems, impotence, loss of interest in sex, and decreased libido.
Anti-inflammatory – Orange essential oil provides quick and effective relief from inflammation, whether internal or external.
Cholagogue – It promotes secretions from all appropriate glands, including the exocrine and endocrine. Therefore, it is frequently used to promote menstruation, lactation, digestive juices, bile, hormones and enzymes.
Antiseptic – Essential Oil of Orange can help people avoid both septic, fungal infections and tetanus as they inhibit microbial growth and disinfect the wounds.
Antidepressant – This oil is so frequently used in aromatherapy. It creates a happy, relaxed feeling and works as a mood lifter, perfect for people who suffer from depression or chronic anxiety.
Diuretic – Orange Oil can effectively flush the body of toxins as well. It promotes urination, which eliminates toxins like uric acid, bile, excess salts, pollutants and excess water within the urine.
Tonic – The relation of a tonic to the body is quite similar to overhauling and servicing a vehicle. A tonic tones up every system that functions throughout the body, keeps the metabolic system in proper shape, contributes to strength, and boosts immunity.
Carminative – Being a carminative means being an agent that helps in the removal of excess gas from the intestines.
Alzheimer’s disease – Study suggests that aromatherapy using orange essential oil may aid in improving cognitive function, especially in AD patients.
Insecticide – Research suggests that orange essential oil is effective against larvae and pupae of housefly and may help in elimination of houseflies.
Other Benefits
It serves as a detoxifier, boosts immunity, treats constipation and dyspepsia and is very good for maintaining healthy, smooth and glamorous skin. It also helps to cure acne and dermatitis.
