Aromatherapy Essential Oil of Mandarin

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Essential Oil of Mandarin (Citrus reticulata) Abbr: Man [to top of page]
It is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 6 metres high. It has glossy leaves and fragrant flowers, which are grouped in clusters. The mandarin fruit is smaller than a tangerine.
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Odour of Essential Oil of Mandarin: Sweet, fresh and citrus; floral.
Colour of Essential Oil of Mandarin: Yellowish-orange.
Source of Essential Oil of Mandarin: Rind.
Method of Extraction of Mandarin: Expression or distillation.
Properties of Essential Oil of Mandarin: Antibacterial, Antidepressant, Antiseptic, Aperitif, Astringent, Carminative, Digestive, Diuretic, Sedative, Stimulant, Sudorific.
Actions of Essential Oil of Mandarin: Anti-depressant, calming, skin toning.
Circulatory: Edema, fluid retention.
Digestion: Anorexia, bile - lacking, flatulence, indigestion, liver problems, obesity.
Endocrine: Obesity, pre-menstrual syndrome.
Genito-Urinary: Fluid retention, pre-menstrual syndrome.
Lymphatic: Cellulite, lymph congestion, water retention.
Nervous: Anxiety, depression, insomnia, hiccoughs, nervous indigestion, stress related problems.
Skin: Acne, scar tissue, skin - oily, skin disorders, skin tone, stretch marks.
Medical Terms: Edema.
Mental/Emotional Symptoms: Anxiety, calming, depression, insomnia, refreshing, tension, uplifting.
Contra-Indications for Mandarin: May be photosensitive. May irritate sensitive skin.
Comments on Mandarin: Mandarin (or Tangerine) is native to southern China and the Far East, now cultivated in Europe and the Americas as well.~It has a lovely, uplifting aroma, also works to calm digestive problems and may even be a gentle yet strengthening oil for liver function.

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