| Introduction: | | | | may promote emotional balance. Neroli oil is well |
| Neroli oil took its name from Anna Maria de La | | | | known for its mentally and physically relaxing |
| Tremoille, who was once the Duchess of Bracciano | | | | properties. Mentally, Neroli oil may be used to calm |
| and the Princess of Nerola. She is given credit for | | | | panic, shock, depression, mental exhaustion or anxiety |
| introducing this essential oil to Italy’s most affluent | | | | and may also assist with insomnia. These benefits |
| members of society, in the 17th century. During that | | | | may be achieved by deeply inhaling the fragrance or |
| period of time, Neroli oil was often used in bath water | | | | by rubbing a drop or two directly onto the solar plexus. |
| or as a perfume on stationary and clothing. Its rich, | | | | Physically, Neroli oil may assist with menstrual cramps |
| floral scent gained almost instant popularity and was | | | | by adding it to a bath or by diluting it to 10% in pure |
| used commercially by J.M. Farina, the famous Italian | | | | apricot oil, which can then be gently massaged into the |
| perfume manufacturer. In 1709, he began selling an | | | | abdomen. It is also believed that Neroli oil contains |
| essential oil blend of Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, | | | | anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic properties, which may |
| Petitgrain, Rosemary and Neroli. He called this magical | | | | make it possible to support intestinal disorders. As well, |
| blend “Eau de Cologne”, which is still quite well | | | | Neroli oil possesses anti-spasmodic properties that |
| known throughout today’s modern world. | | | | may settle a racing heart and heart palpitations. |
| Before making its way to Italy, Neroli oil completed a | | | | Above and beyond the physical benefits just |
| journey spanning several centuries. It is believed that | | | | mentioned, Neroli oil might be most respected for its |
| Neroli oil originated in South-East Asia, before traveling | | | | ability to assist the body with healthy skin. For best |
| to India, Burma and China. Neroli oil was considered a | | | | results Neroli oil should be blended with a hypoallergenic |
| valuable trading item. Because of this, it continued to | | | | carrier lotion or base cream rather than a carrier oil. |
| spread to other regions of the world including Africa, | | | | When applied regularly to the skin, Neroli oil has been |
| Arabia and Syria. Then, thanks to the Moors, it made | | | | noted to improve varicose veins, skin elasticity and the |
| its way further north and further west. Neroli oil was | | | | body’s ability to develop new skin cells, while |
| eventually carried into the Mediterranean region. And, | | | | working to soften the skin, wrinkles and scars. Neroli oil |
| by the end of the 12th century bitter orange trees | | | | may also be able to regulate oiliness, minimize enlarged |
| were being cultivated in Seville, Spain for the | | | | pores and clear blemishes. |
| production of this highly sought essential oil. | | | | Finally, Neroli oil has a uniquely strong scent that |
| Like rose oil, this oil’s valid expense is driven by the | | | | appeals to both men and women, which allows Neroli |
| enormous amount of blossoms necessary to produce | | | | oil to claim the benefits of an aphrodisiac, providing a |
| Neroli essential oil. In fact, 1 ton of orange blossoms are | | | | combination of physical and mental benefits. |
| required to produce one quart of Neroli oil. Neroli oil is | | | | Neroli oil blends well with: Cedarwood oil, Cinnamon oil, |
| the extracted essential oil of fragrant blossoms from | | | | Clary Sage oil, Clove oil, Geranium oil, Jasmine oil, |
| the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium sub.sp amara). | | | | Lavender oil, Lemon oil, Myrrh oil, Rose oil, and |
| However, before the orange blossoms may be used | | | | Sandalwood oil. |
| in the distillation process to produce essential oil, all | | | | Copyright © 2007 Tawne Bachus |
| traces of debris, including green leaves and twigs, must | | | | Disclaimer: The information in this article is not provided |
| be removed by hand. | | | | by a medical professional and is not intended as a |
| Features/Benefits: | | | | substitute for medical advice. Please consult your |
| Neroli oil is a middle (heart) note. Middle notes are | | | | physician before beginning any course of treatment. |
| essential oils that possess flowery or spicy scents and | | | | |