There are two varieties of orange, from the peel of which extract the essential oil. The sweet type of citrus is more in demand in medicine and cosmetology, while bitter (pomeranian) is more often the basis of perfume compositions. But such characteristics do not greatly affect the produced essential oil of orange - the properties and application, both sweet and bitter type of citrus, are approximately the same. Differences are available only in cosmetic use.
Properties and use of essential oil of sweet orange
The described natural product has the following effects on the body:
- anesthetizing;
- antiseptic;
- choleretic;
- detoxification;
- diuretic;
- hypotensive;
- tonic;
- bactericidal;
- antispasmodic;
- soothing.
Therefore, it can be used to support maintenance of such pathological conditions:
- dysmenorrhea;
- anorexia;
- insomnia;
- visual impairment;
- high blood cholesterol;
- bronchitis;
- hyperthermia;
- infectious diseases;
- headache, joint, muscle pain;
- neuralgia;
- cholecystitis ;
- constipation;
- herpes;
- Diseases of digestion;
- pathology of the liver and gallbladder;
- swelling;
- diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- obesity.
Cosmetic properties of essential oil of orange are very diverse. First and foremost, the citrus product helps to get rid of cellulite, helps to increase turgor and elasticity of the skin.
The use of orange oil for the face produces the following effects:
- moisturizing and softening;
- cell regeneration;
- stimulation of collagen and elastin production;
- elimination of inflammation;
- improvement of color and skin relief;
- normalization of sebaceous glands;
- purification and narrowing of pores ;
- control of pimples and spots;
- whitening of freckles;
- elimination of toxins.
It is no less useful to bring the described product to the enrichment of hair care products. It will take only 2-3 drops of ether per 20 ml of shampoo, mask or balm to get rid of dandruff, eliminate dryness of the scalp and give the locks a golden sheen.
Useful properties and application of essential oil of bitter orange
Pomeranian has identical healing abilities, accordingly, with its help it is possible to struggle with the above-listed diseases.
With regard to cosmetology, the properties of essential oil of bitter orange are more suitable for tired, dry, fading and damaged skin.
This product promotes rapid healing of cracks and abrasions, small wounds. Moreover, the orange oil effectively smoothes wrinkles, improves the contours of the face, tightens the skin, saturates it with essential fatty acids, moisturizes and softens. One of the features of the presented ether is protection from ultraviolet rays and exposure to cold. Therefore, it is recommended to use it for women with sensitive, prone to irritation and scaling, skin.