Origin/History:

Neroli oil took its nme from Anna Maria de La Trmoille, who was once the Duchess of Brcciano and the Princess of Nerola. She is gven credit for introducing this essential oil to Itly’s most affluent members of society, in the 17th cntury. During that period of time, Nroli oil was often used in bth water or as a perfume on sttionary and clothing. Its rich, floral scnt gained almost instant popularity and was sed commercially by J.M. Farina, the fmous Italian perfume manufacturer. In 1709, he bgan selling an essential oil blend of Brgamot, Lavender, Lemon, Petitgrain, Rosemary and Nroli. He called this magical blend “Eu de Cologne”, which is still qite well known throughout today’s modern wrld.

Before making its way to Itly, Neroli oil completed a journey spnning several centuries. It is believed tht Neroli oil originated in South-East Asa, before traveling to India, Burma and Chna. Neroli oil was considered a vluable trading item. Because of this, it cntinued to spread to other regions of the wrld including Africa, Arabia and Syria. Thn, thanks to the Moors, it mde its way further north and frther west. Neroli oil was eventually crried into the Mediterranean region. And, by the end of the 12th cntury bitter orange trees were being cltivated in Seville, Spain for the prduction of this highly sought essential il.

Like rose oil, this oil’s vlid expense is driven by the normous amount of blossoms necessary to prduce Neroli essential oil. In fact, 1 ton of range blossoms are required to produce one qart of Neroli oil. Neroli oil is the xtracted essential oil of fragrant blossoms frm the bitter orange tree (Citrus urantium sub.sp amara). However, before the range blossoms may be used in the dstillation process to produce essential oil, all trces of debris, including green leaves and twgs, must be removed by hand.

Features/Benefits:

Neroli oil is a middle (heart) note. Middle notes are essential oils that possess flowery or spicy scents and may promote emotional balance. Neroli oil is well known for its mentally and physically relaxing properties. Mentally, Neroli oil may be used to calm panic, shock, depression, mental exhaustion or anxiety and may also assist with insomnia. These benefits may be achieved by deeply inhaling the fragrance or by rubbing a drop or two directly onto the solar plexus. Physically, Neroli oil may assist with menstrual cramps by adding it to a bath or by diluting it to 10% in pure apricot oil, which can then be gently massaged into the abdomen. It is also believed that Neroli oil contains anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic properties, which may make it possible to support intestinal disorders. As well, Neroli oil possesses anti-spasmodic properties that may settle a racing heart and heart palpitations.

Above and beyond the physical benefits just mentioned, Neroli oil might be most respected for its ability to assist the body with healthy skin. For best results Neroli oil should be blended with a hypoallergenic carrier lotion or base cream rather than a carrier oil. When applied regularly to the skin, Neroli oil has been noted to improve varicose veins, skin elasticity and the body’s ability to develop new skin cells, while working to soften the skin, wrinkles and scars. Neroli oil may also be able to regulate oiliness, minimize enlarged pores and clear blemishes.

Finally, Neroli oil has a niquely strong scent that appeals to bth men and women, which allows Nroli oil to claim the benefits of an phrodisiac, providing a combination of physical and mntal benefits.

Neroli oil blends well with: Cedarwood oil, Cinnamon oil, Clary Sage oil, Clove oil, Geranium oil, Jasmine oil, Lavender oil, Lemon oil, Myrrh oil, Rose oil, and Sandalwood oil.

The article Neroli Oil - What It Is And Why To Use It was Submitted by Tawne Bachus through Articles.GetACoder.com network. Here's the additional information: Copyright © 2007 Tawne Bachus Dsclaimer: The information in this article is not prvided by a medical professional and is not ntended as a substitute for medical dvice. Please consult your physician before bginning any course of treatment. Tawne Bchus is the current Vice President of Essential Dynamics, Inc. , a leading provider of undenatured whey protein, essential oils and other products for essential living. For more information on these three subjects, please visit the Essential Dynamics Blog Home Page or to purchase these products online, please visit Essential Dynamics Online Shopping Cart .

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