Health Benefits:

A exceptionally refreshing purifier and detoxication supporter, grapefruit oil is renowned for its broad spectrum cleansing effects, operating equally on the digestive, lymphatic, and nervous systems. Inhalation of grapefruit oil can support an increase in metabolism. In massage, grapefruit’s diuretic action eases water retention, assisting in weight loss protocols, and enhancing lymphatic drainage. Like other astringent citrus oils, grapefruit essential oil is believed to support the reduction in adipose tissue, making it a common oil to address cellulite concerns. Grapefruit oil is also supportive to cerebral, reproductive and joint circulation and aids in encouraging an overall healthy inflammatory response.

Reviving, uplifting and imparting emotional buoyancy, grapefruit essential oil is considered especially beneficial due to its ability to ease tension from daily stress and aid nervous system equilibrium.  A mild euphoric, it can soothe and uplift the emotions and spirit and help balance a jittery or depleted central nervous system. It’s light, zesty aromatic profile imparts those same qualities upon inhalation.

How to Use:

How To Use Grapefruit Oil:

Grapefruit essential oil can be applied topically, as a compress, in the bath, through direct inhalation, or diffuser.

Inhale (direct palm inhalation) or diffuse grapefruit oil for a non-caffeine morning lift.

Add several drops grapefruit oil to bath water for an uplifting and supportive cellulite reducing treatment.

Add several drops grapefruit oil to a tissue and place in your car to rejuvenate and deodorize.

Diffuse grapefruit and fennel oil together oil to soothe and support the digestive tract, addressing digestive overindulgence.

Grapefruit Oil Recipes:

Digestive Support blend(enhances digestive health to support reduction in nausea or rebellious stomach qi): 4 drops grapefruit, 4 drops peppermint, 2 drops ginger, 2 drops fennel in 15ml marula or other carrier oil

Smooth Leg and Buns blend (supports circulation and cellulite reduction): 6 drops grapefruit, 2 drops cypress, 2 drops rosemary, 4 drops lemon in 15ml grape seed oil

Garden Insect spray: 2 drops grapefruit, 4 drops mandarin, 2 drops lavender, 2 drops roman chamomile in 4 oz. bottle; spray affected leaves

More Information:

Grapefruit is a hybrid fruit, thought to have derived from cross-pollinating the large, bitter pomelo with sweet orange. It may have originated in Asia. It was not recognized as a distinct species until the 1800’s, and was commercially developed in the 1930’s in the state of Florida, which remains one of the world’s largest suppliers.

Some citrus oils are steam distilled, but most are expressed, or expeller pressed, by squeezing the fatty oil from the rind of the fruit. The expression method does not produce what are technically considered “essential” oils, though this is the best method of extraction in most cases. The yield of grapefruit oil is comparatively small, as the oil glands are embedded deep within the rind, making extraction more challenging. Grapefruit oil oxidizes quickly and should be refrigerated (or kept in a cool, dark place with cap sealed tightly) to retain its full aromatic complement for about one year.

Safety Guidelines:

Safety Considerations for Grapefruit Essential Oil:

Like other citrus oil, grapefruit is considered non-toxic and non-irritant. Being a member of the citrus family, grapefruit is considered by most to be photo-toxic, therefore avoid UV exposure for 24 hours after topical application. Do not take grapefruit essential oil internally.

Aromatic Profile & Blending:

Aromatic Profile and Blending of Grapefruit Oil:

Perfumery Note: Top
Odor:  Fresh, sharp, bitter-fruity, refreshing
Strength of Initial Aroma:  Medium to strong
Blends well with:  basil, palmarosa, and rosewood; also florals such as geranium, chamomile, jasmine, lavender, and ylang ylang; and all citrus oil, including lime, mandarin, bergamot, neroli-petitgrain, neroli, and lemon.

Product Details:

Botanical Name: Citrus paradisi
Family:  Rutaceae 
Composition:  100% Pure Grapefruit oil
Origin:  South Africa
Method of Extraction:  Expeller pressed
Cultivation/Harvesting:  Certified Organic ECOCERT
Plant Part:  Peel
Color:  Pale yellow to yellow
Consistency:  Thin
Yield:  .5 - 1%

Bottle Size:  15 ml

Why Buy From Floracopeia:

Floracopeia was established to help preserve and promote the use of botanical medicines as solutions to the widespread ecological destruction taking place in the world, and the loss of medicinal plants on which traditional medical systems depend. We provide our customers with the highest quality essential oils and other botanical aromatic treasures through the promotion of ecological sustainability, organic agriculture, and agro-forestry projects.

Our products are acclaimed for their therapeutic-grade, high quality at affordable prices. We provide artisanal quality oils produced by small family-based distillers. We buy directly from farmers and distillers, thus supporting the local economies in which the plants are grown. We do not buy oils from the world-brokers. Floracopeia is founded with a strong medical orientation and is involved in a number of global eco-projects based in grass roots health care, spirituality, reforestation projects, and the preservation and restoration of ethno-botanical culture.