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Citron Essential Oil | Citrus Medica
Citron Essential Oil | Citrus Medica
Bright, Zesty & Elegant Citrus Essential Oil for Aromatherapy, Skin Care & Fine Perfumery
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Product Overview
The profile is unusually delicate and sweet for a citrus material, combining green citrus brightness with a soft balsamic undertone. Its top-note character makes it useful for lifting floral, spicy, resinous and woody compositions.
Specifications Citron Essential Oil
- Botanical name: Citrus medica.
- Family: Rutaceae
- Common names: Citron, Cidro, Cedrate, Matulunga
- Material: Essential oil.
- Plant part: Fruit peel.
- Extraction: Cold Pressed.
- Origin stated: Italy
- Appearance: Light yellow.
- Perfume note: Top
- Scent: Fresh • Zesty • Citrusy • Green • Slightly Floral • Clean • Bright.
Aromatic Profile
A delicate green-citrus top note with exceptional sweetness and a gentle balsamic depth.
- Character: Citrus, sweet, green and balsamic
- Note: Top
- Suggested pairings: Bergamot and other citrus oils, spices, florals, frankincense, labdanum, lavender, neroli, patchouli and vetiver
Composition & Formulation
A concentrated steam-distilled essential oil from peels of Citrus Medica.
Technical Details
- INCI: Citrus Medica Peels Oil
- Extraction: Steam Distilled
- Plant part: Peels
- Appearance: Light Yellow
Formulation Notes
- Use in diluted aromatic formulations
- Introduce gradually when building the finished aroma
- Store tightly closed and protected from heat, light and air
Applications
- Fine fragrance: For fresh, delicate citrus openings and green accents.
- Aromatic products: For bright, focused and clean sensory profiles.
- Personal care fragrance: For fragranced products only within the documented allergen and phototoxicity limits.
- Blending: Useful with floral, spicy, balsamic, herbal and woody materials.
Safety
a photosensitising concern.
- Do not ingest or apply undiluted to the skin.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Patch test the finished formulation.
- Store tightly closed, cool and protected from heat, light and oxidation.
- Use qualified guidance for pregnancy, children, older adults, medical conditions or medication use.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.