Bitter orange is the citrus essential oil with the highest content of Limonene, a chemical component that emulsifies fat cells, detoxifies the body (especially the liver), and reduces cholesterol. It helps relieve stress, nervousness, and depression. Excellent for people who feel disheartened or discouraged in the face of adverse situations. It brings movement and strength to act positively.
HOW TO USE
#Tip: use in household cleaning water, in the washing machine, ironing spray (great for allergies)
There are many ways to use essential oils: in creams, body oils, massage, baths, compresses, foot baths, clays, inhalations, etc. In room diffusers, porcelain diffusers, electric diffusers, or personal diffusers (necklace). The number of drops varies according to the mode of use. In case of doubt, seek guidance from a qualified professional.
Essential oils are 100% natural substances, extremely volatile and concentrated, extracted from aromatic plants by steam distillation of leaves, flowers, branches, roots, and resins, or by cold pressing of citrus fruits.
Aromatherapy is the art and science of providing well-being for the body, mind, and emotions through the use of essential oils.
ROOM DIFFUSER: Electric or ceramic diffuser. Widely used in Ayurvedic medicine for treating chronic disorders. Add 4 to 8 drops of the indicated essential oil for each m2 of the environment. Keep the room closed. Can be used in all rooms. Avoid areas with drafts.
INHALATION: Add 4 to 8 drops of the indicated essential oil to a basin of hot water. Cover your head with a towel. Stay for 5 minutes. After inhalation, do not expose yourself to drafts. ATTENTION: Dosages must be respected to avoid intoxication.
MASSAGE: We do not recommend direct application of essential oils to the skin, as they contain complex and active natural substances. They must be diluted in carrier vegetable oils or neutral bases for application. It is necessary to respect their dosages for each essential oil and application area.
FOOT BATH: Add 5 to 10 drops of the indicated essential oil or oil synergy to the immersion container with warm water. Submerge your feet and stay until the water starts to cool. For hypertensive individuals, the water should not be too hot.
COMPRESSES: Localized compresses with essential oils, applied directly to body regions, provide an energetic boost to the body. Method 1: Add drops of the indicated essential oil to boiling water. Dip the fabric or gauze. Wring and apply to the region. Cover with a towel or hot water bottle to maintain temperature. Approximately 30 minutes. Method 2: In 10ml of vegetable oil, add drops of the indicated essential oil and apply to the region. Cover with a towel. Approximately 30 minutes. Do not apply hot compresses to the cardiac region.
BATH: In addition to relaxing the body, bathing purifies and calms the mind, releasing tension and revitalizing the body. Add 5 to 10 drops of essential oil to 10ml of vegetable oil or honey and mix with warm water in the bathtub. Relax and soak until the water starts to cool. Approximately 20 minutes.
APPLICATIONS
Digestive tonic, regulates peristaltic movement, lipolytic, cellulite, tone, detox, localized fat, flaccidity, lymphatic, inappetence,
depression, acne, oiliness, convalescence, circulation.
Release your energies and live happier. Get rid of Cellulite!
Benefits of Bitter Orange essential oil:
- In aesthetic treatments, reduces cellulite
- Excellent digestive tonic, aids in weight loss
- In cases of PMS, combats cramps and headaches
- Calms, reducing insomnia, stress, and also acts as an antidepressant.
Cellulite affects more than 90% of women and its origin is linked to a set of factors, such as: genetic predisposition, hormonal disorders, pregnancy, sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, stress, smoking, and others.
Bitter orange essential oil has a fat-reducing effect, being able to attenuate the effects of cellulite. Attention: do not use bitter orange essential oil directly on the skin! It can be diluted in grape seed vegetable oil – which has a high concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids and helps balance the skin's pH.
Cellulite massage oil tip:
-100 ml of grape seed vegetable oil;
-15 drops of bitter orange essential oil;
-15 drops of lemon essential oil;
-07 drops of cypress essential oil;
Massage the region in alternating movements for 10 minutes.
To calm nerves and invigorate: Place 1 drop of Orange essential oil in a personal diffuser (which is a kind of ceramic necklace).
To relax and sleep well: In the bedroom, add 15 drops of Orange essential oil to an electric diffuser 10 minutes before going to bed, and leave it plugged in all night. Make a pillow spray: in a spray bottle, place 90% water and 10% grain alcohol. Add 10 to 20 drops of Orange essential oil, close and shake well before use. Spray the spray on the pillow 5 minutes before going to bed (be careful with white bedding, as due to its yellowish coloration, the oil can stain the fabric). Another option is to drop 1 drop of Orange essential oil on a cotton ball and place it inside the pillowcase. To care for the body - Anti-cellulite massage: in 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, add 4 drops of Orange essential oil and massage the entire thigh, gluteal, and abdominal region with circular movements, clockwise, from bottom to top, always taking body fluids to the groin area. Apply once a day, preferably at night to avoid sun exposure, for three weeks. Stop for one week and then resume treatment.
- Rejuvenating and skin-lightening facial mask: first prepare the clay, placing 1 tablespoon of white clay in a container, with the same amount of water. Mix well until a homogeneous paste forms. After it's ready, add 1 drop of Orange essential oil and mix well. With the help of a brush or even your fingers, apply the mask all over your face and neck. Leave on for 20 minutes and then remove with a damp gauze. Use sunscreen immediately after application. Use this mask once a week until the spot is lightened. Scientific name: Citrus Aurantium Amara
PRECAUTIONS
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