Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Organic Sicilian Red Mandarin

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Celebrated for its benefits to the nervous system, Red Mandarin essential oil is a powerful calming and relaxing agent. It effectively prepares the body for restorative sleep. With its delightful sweet and fruity aroma, Red Mandarin essential oil is perfect for alleviating stress and anxiety.

How to use

  • Skin application and massage

    Skin application and massage

    Suitable

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Suitable

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Appropriate

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Suitable

  • Food use

    Food use

    Appropriate

Features

Properties

Precautions

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Features

Production process

Cold expression followed by centrifugation

Part of the plant used

Fruit pericarp (zest)

Botanical name

Citrus reticulata Blanco

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Bibliographic references

Baudoux D. (2002) L'Aromathérapie - Se soigner par les huiles essentielles. Editions Amyris. Baudoux D. Les Cahiers Pratiques d'Aromathérapie selon l'école française -Dermatologie. Editions Amyris. Franchomme P., Jollois R. et Pénoël D. (2001) L'Aromathérapie exactement. Editions Roger Jollois. N.A.R.D ( ) Aroma News N°38. Editions Inspir. Walters C. (1999) Aromathérapie. Guide illustré du bien-être. Editions Könemann. Le Foll N. et Da Costa B. (2005) Saveurs et bien-être. La cuisine aux huiles essentielles. Editions Filipacchi.

Properties

Red Mandarin essential oil is traditionally used for: insect and other animal bites

Health

Wellness

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Properties

Red Mandarin essential oil is recognised for its health benefits:

  • Antispasmodic

  • Improves digestive health, mild laxative, relieves gas

  • Rich in antiseptic active ingredients

  • Stomach and liver stimulant

  • Skin tonic

Uses

It is traditionally used to improve the following:

  • Digestion: dyspepsia, gastralgia, hiccups, colic, intestinal spasms, aerophagia, etc.

  • Skin care: acne, seborrhoea, water retention, cellulite

Synergies

Digestive comfort: Tropical basil, Tarragon, Cumin and Ginger essential oils.

In practice

Purifying action: mix into your formulation. Apply the mixture to affected areas.

Precautions

  • Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under 6 years old.

  • Do not use orally without the advice of a healthcare professional.

  • Always use diluted.

  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

  • Keep out of reach of children.

  • This oil may be photosensitizing: do not expose yourself to the sun for at least 10 hours after topical application.

  • Some natural compounds in this essential oil may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals when incorporated into a cosmetic formulation.

  • Avoid using old or oxidized essential oils. Store away from light and air.

  • As a general rule, always perform a patch test by applying your preparation to the inside of your elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, refer to specific precautions.

Find out more

The Mandarin tree is a small tree from the Rutaceae family, which includes citrus fruits. It has deep green, shiny, and evergreen leaves, and its branches have thorns. Its small white flowers produce a fruit, the mandarin. Originally from East Asia, specifically China, Vietnam, and Japan, its name is thought to come from the mandarins, high-ranking officials of the Middle Kingdom. This winter fruit, rich in vitamin C, strengthens the immune system, making it ideal during cold periods.

At the start of autumn, the mandarin is initially green, with the pericarp being rich in chlorophyll. As autumn progresses and winter approaches, the temperature difference between day and night increases, and the chlorophyll gradually disappears.

This phenomenon causes the mandarins to turn orange as they pass through a yellow stage. These three colours are not due to different varieties, as all mandarins come from Citrus reticulata Blanco. To obtain the essence or essential oil, the pericarp, also called the fruit peel, undergoes a specific extraction process called cold expression. Due to its composition, Red Mandarin essential oil is renowned for its calming and soothing properties, making it a valuable ally for sleep disturbances. It is also traditionally known to aid skin problems due to its purifying effects.

A SMELL TO PUT YOU IN A GOOD MOOD It regulates heartburn and significantly reduces stress.

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Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

EO = Essential Oil VO = Carrier Oil or Macerated Oil

Insomnia (D. BAUDOUX)

Health & wellbeingNerve pain and disorders

  • 3 ml Ravintsara essential oil
  • 2 ml True Lavender essential oil
  • 2 ml Mandarin essential oil
  • 1 ml Labrador Tea essential oil
  • 1 ml kaffir lime essential oil

Use: put 3 drops of the mixture on the inner wrist and solar plexus 30 minutes before bed.

Aroma-Zone Note: Mandarin essential oil is photosensitising, so do not expose yourself to the sun after applying this preparation.

Insomnia in Adults (P. FRANCHOMME)

Health & wellbeingNerve pain and disorders

Use: apply in the evening to the solar plexus and soles of the feet.

Preventing Stretch Marks (When Not Pregnant or Breastfeeding) (D. BAUDOUX)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • 1 ml Commiphora molmol essential oil (Myrrh)
  • 1 ml Egyptian Geranium Pelargonium essential oil cv (Rose Geranium)
  • 1 ml Cistus Ladaniferus CT Pinene essential oil (Gum Rockrose with pinene)
  • 1 ml Helichrysum italicum essential oil (Immortelle)
  • 1 ml Melaleuca Cajeputii Essential Oil (Cajeput)
  • 2 ml Citrus reticulata essential oil (Mandarin)
  • 5 ml Argania spinosa oil (Argan)
  • 15 ml Rosa rubiginosa OIL (Chilean rose hip)
  • Supplement with 50 ml Corylus Avellana Essential Oil (Hazelnut)

Use: apply once in the morning and once in the evening to at-risk areas

Note from Aroma-Zone : Mandarin essential oil is photosensitising, so do not expose yourself to the sun after applying this blend.

Preventing Stretch Marks (When Not Pregnant or Breastfeeding) (D. BAUDOUX)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • 1 drop True Lavender essential oil
  • 2 drops Rose Egyptian geranium Variety essential oil
  • 3 drops Mandarin essential oil
  • 10 drops Wheat Germ oil

Use: apply 6 to 8 drops of the blend to at-risk areas 2 times a day

Note from Aroma-Zone : Mandarin essential oil is photosensitising, so do not expose yourself to the sun after applying this blend.

Insect Bites (P. FRANCHOMME)

Health & wellbeingVarious

  • 2.5 ml Eucalyptus citriodora essential oil (Lemon Eucalyptus)
  • 2.5 ml Citrus limomum essential oil (Lemon)
  • 2.5 ml Citrus Reticulata Essential Oil (Mandarin)
  • 2.5 ml Citrus Aurantium (Aurantium Variety) Essential Oil (Bitter Orange)

Use: apply to the bite several times

Note from Aroma-Zone : Mandarin and Lemon essential oils are photosensitising, so do not expose yourself to the sun after applying this blend.

Mosquito Bites - Healing (P. FRANCHOMME)

Health & wellbeingVarious

  • 1.5 g Citrus aurantium var. aurantium essential oil (Bitter Orange)
  • 1.5 g Citrus lemon essential oil
  • 1.75 g Tanacetum Annuum Essential Oil (Tansy)
  • 50 ml carrier oil

Directions for use: 1 application 2 to 3 times, 15 minutes apart

Note from Aroma-Zone: Mandarin, Orange and Lemon essential oils are photosensitising, so do not expose yourself to the sun after applying this blend.

Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.