Common Name* Grapefruit
Botanical Name Citrus paradisi
Chemical Constituents Limonene, Geraniol, Citral, Citronellal, Neral
Medicinal Uses** Lymphatic stimulant, drains water retention and helps with cellulite. A good tonic for exercise preparation, muscle fatigue and stiffness. Digests fats. Aids in drug withdrawal. Helpful for chills, colds and flu. Rich in anti oxidants. Boosts immune system. Protects the body from all harms done by the oxidants, like aging, degeneration of tissues, macular degeneration, loss of vision and hearing, mental and physical sluggishness, nervous disorders and other such problems. Helps in removing excess water, fats, sodium, uric acid and other toxins from the body and also reduces blood pressure and keeps the heart healthy. Frequent urinations also keep the urinary tract free from infections. It cleans kidneys of calcareous and uric deposits and protects them against renal calculi and infections too. Protects the body from new infections but also eliminates the infections which are already there. Effective on infections of colon, stomach, intestines, urinary system, excretory system and kidneys. Stimulates endocrinal glands and promotes proper secretion of hormones and enzymes and keeps the whole metabolism in shape. It further stimulates nervous system and makes you more active and alert. The digestive system is also benefited from this as it stimulates secretion of gastric juices and bile in the stomach as well as movement of ingested food through intestines. It also stimulates the lymphatic system, circulatory system and excretory system. Ensures the good health of the lymphatic system and boosts it up, thereby freeing the body from toxins and fighting problems like cellulite, blood urea, rheumatism, arthritis, gout and renal calculi etc.
Skin Care Good for cellulite, detoxifier. Good for acne and oily skin. Not as much of a photosensitizer as other citrus based oils. Good for oily, congested skin. Promotes hair growth and tones the skin tissue. Rich in anti oxidants.
Aromatherapy Lifts spirits, reviving. Euphoric. Helpful for depression, headaches, nervous exhaustion, and performance stress. Joyous, powerfully compelling, uncompromisingly positive. Grapefruit is a powerful defender against negativity of all kinds, whether it is self generated, or inherited, or comes from outside sources. Excellent for people who need a real blast of bright light to bring them out of their darkness. Stimulating effects on the body and on the mind. It stimulates the brain, makes it active, and gives new directions to thoughts
Blending Tips Top note. Citrusy, similar to lemon and reminiscent to the aroma of the grapefruit rind, but more concentrated. Blends well with lemon, palmarosa, bergamot, neroli, rosemary, cypress, lavender, geranium, caramom, and spice oils.
Safety Information Can cause skin irritations if exposed to strong sunlight after application.
*Not all common names refer to the same plant. Always check the botanical name to make sure you have the right one.
**These statements have not been validated by the FDA. Please check with your doctor to diagnose illnesses, and be aware of any allergies or sensitivities before using essential oils.
