Aromatherapy

Brazilian Orange Essential Oil for Aromatherapy

The Brazilian orange essential oil is a yellowish viscous liquid with a sweet citrusy scent that is extracted from the Orange (Citrus Sinensis) plant. It’s extracted from the materials of this plant using a cold-compression method, without the usage of chemical solvent to achieve a pure and natural essential oil.

The essential oil is praised for its purifying, calming, refreshing, and cleaning properties. It also contains some chemical components that give it anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant abilities. All these properties make it a great substance for aromatherapy.

Brazilian orange essential oil can cure skin infections and speed up the healing of wounds. Also, it can be used for mood alleviation, relaxation, and lowering of blood pressure. The other benefits of Brazilian orange essential oil massage include improved nervous and circulatory systems, enhanced mental well-being, and pain relief.

Usage

Brazilian orange should be taken with caution. It can either be diffused into the air or applied topically to the skin during aromatherapy massages.

Make sure you dilute it with a carrier oil, like Jobaba or Coconut oil before you apply it topically. The dilution is done by adding five to seven drops of the essential oil into one or two tablespoons of carrier oil. This method is the most appropriate when you want the skin benefits of Brazilian essential oil.

The diffusion method is good for relaxation and mood alleviation. You should add a few drops of the oil into your favorite diffuser and let the scent spread to all corners of the room where the massage will happen. The duration of diffusion should not be more than 30 minutes.

Risks

Although essential oils are generally considered safe, you need to be careful when using any of them for aromatherapy. The risks associated with Brazilian orange essential oil are mainly skin irritation and allergic reactions. They can be prevented when users follow instructions and perform a patch test before the massage.

Serious health damages occur when the oil is ingested orally. The victim may suffer serious stomach pain, organ damage, and shortness of breath.

Caution

The first and most important is that Brazilian orange essential oil shouldn’t be ingested orally. Keep the bottle close and away from the reach of children during and after the massage. If there’s any case of oral ingestion, the victim should see a doctor for quick medical intervention.

But how can pure and natural oil be this dangerous?

Well, it’s because the products can sometimes contain additives and preservatives. Essential oils are not checked and regulated by the FDA. Therefore, you can’t be so sure that your Brazilian essential oil is 100% pure.

Regardless, you should be vigilant and careful when buying essential oil online or in a market. Read the ingredients on the label, and make sure you get one that’s pure and natural.

Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before taking a Brazilian essential oil massage. The doctor will determine if the procedure is harmless for the mother and their child.

The patch test could also save you from the troubles of skin irritations or allergic reactions that may occur after a massage. It’s conducted by rubbing one or two drops of the oil on a small portion of your skin. The result of this experiment will determine if you’re perfect for the massage.

Takeaways

Skin itchiness or redness after a patch test means that you have an allergic reaction to the Brazilian orange oil and you should consider other oils for your massage.

Brazilian essential oil aromatherapy massage can help you avoid lots of illnesses and diseases. You will always be at your best and have many productive days.

This article is for general wellness education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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