Orange oil is an essential oil found in the glands of orange rinds. The oil has a wide array of benefits ranging from personal health and beauty to industrial applications and foodstuffs. A natural, nontoxic substance, it is widely used as a healthy and safe alternative to harsh treatments for insect removal, industrial solvents, stain removers and cleaning products. Orange oil has a pleasantly sweet, citrus aroma that creates a calming effect. It is commonly used in baked goods and cleaning products.
Physical Health Benefits
Orange essential oil works as a treatment for unpleasant bodily functions such as flatulence, constipation, stress, slow digestion and dull skin. Orange oil also has been used as a diuretic. As an antiseptic, it can inhibit microbial growth and prevent infection in cuts or scrapes.
Beauty Tips
Orange oil is used as a gentle treatment against the effects of collagen formation in the skin and as an antispasmodic to relax skin and muscles. Some people use orange oil as a mild sedative or as an aphrodisiac.
Personal Health Benefits
Orange oil also has been used as an antidepressant. Its fresh, citrus smell and relaxing, sedative qualities are used by aromatherapists to bring calm, relaxation and happiness to their patients.
Household Cleaner
Orange-scented dish detergent, cleaning spray and disinfectant contain orange essential oil as an active ingredient. Limonene is the element in orange oil that gives it and other citrus fruits their fragrant aroma.
Cooking
Some orange oils, in small amounts, can be used as flavor additions in cooking. Similar to the way you would use vanilla or vanilla extract, a few drops of orange essential oil can be added to cake batter, chocolates or cookies.
Termite Treatment & Removal
Orange oil is also known to deter termites. As an alternative to harsh chemical extermination methods, orange oil allows you to live in your house during the treatment period. The fumes are safe for people, pets and plants and there is no toxicity.
Industrial Applications
Many items you see on store shelves use orange oil. Common items include scented soaps, body lotions, creams, anti-mark and wrinkle products, room fresheners, baked goods and chocolates, deodorants and soft drinks.
Orange oil is also a safe and gentle solvent. It is used as an ingredient in many adhesives, stain removers and cleaners.
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