Name:   Grapefruit oil, Ruby Red, USA

Species:  Citrus paradisi

Plant Part:  Peel

Extraction Method:  Expressed

Country of Origin:  USA

Colour:  Reddish orange

Note:  Top

Strength of Aroma:  Medium to Strong

Aromatic Description:  Characteristic of the fresh fruit its scent is similar to sweet and bitter orange. It has a very high monoterpene content particularly d-limonene. Other components include aldehydes C8 and C10, geraniol, cadinene, and citral and dimethyl anthranilate.

Blends well with:  It works well with other citrus oils, particularly bergamot and yuzu.

Safety precautions:  Grapefruit Oil is phototoxic.  Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its phototoxicity.

Common Uses:  Cellulitis, dull skin, toxin build-up, water retention.

Class: Monoterpene