Of all the citrus essential oils, Mandarin Essential Oil is often thought to have the sweetest aroma, and it tends to be less stimulating than most other citrus oils with the exception of Bergamot Essential Oil. Although it’s not typically found to be as stimulating, Mandarin Oil can be a wonderfully uplifting oil. Aromatically, it blends well with many other essential oils including citrus, floral, wood, spice and herb families of oils. Mandarin Essential Oil tends to be a favorite of children. If desiring to diffuse a citrus oil in the evenings before bed, Mandarin Essential Oil may be the best choice.
Benefits
You really can’t go wrong by adding this sweet, citrusy essential oil into your beauty routine. If you have issues with acne, scars, wrinkles, or dull skin, Mandarin Essential Oil can help support glowing, healthy skin. Not only does this help maintain healthy skin, it also helps promote a healthy digestive system. If you have feelings of an upset stomach or constipation, use 9 drops of Mandarin per ounce of carrier oil in an abdominal massage to help relieve symptoms. Like most citrus essential oils, you can use Mandarin to enhance your cleaning products. Its sweet, citrus aroma brings upon a refreshing scent, so there’s no question why this wouldn’t be a great addition to DIY projects such as cleaners and scrubs. Most notably, you can use Mandarin Essential Oil to help improve the aroma of a stale room. Simply diffuse it into the air by placing a few drops into your diffuser to take in its refreshing benefits. Mandarin essential oil is considered a tonic for overall digestive system health. For abdominal pains caused by cramps and wind the antispasmodic action can give relief. Mandarin is also considered and anti-inflammatory and may help ease digestive upset caused by allergies or other inflammation. The essential oil can help stimulate the gallbladder and support good digestion.
Blends Well With
Basil, black pepper, chamomile roman, cinnamon, clary sage, clove, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lemon, myrrh, neroli, nutmeg, palmarosa, patchouli, petitgrain, rose, sandalwood, and ylang ylang
Precautions
This oil can cause skin sensitization if oxidized. Never use essential oils undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children.
Before using topically, perform a small patch test on your inner forearm or back by applying a small quantity of diluted essential oil and apply a bandage. Wash the area if you experience any irritation. If no irritation occurs after 48 hours it is safe to use on your skin.