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(Citrus aurantium) var. amara
Neroli is uplifting, supports healthy skin, promotes restful sleep and soothes nervous tension and symptoms associated with the monthly menstrual cycle.

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Neroli
Citrus aurantium var. amara

Plant Origin: Egypt
Method: Steam distilled from flower
Cultivation: Grown using organic methods
Chemical Family: Monoterpenes, Monoterpenols
Aroma: Citrus, floral, herbaceous, light yet strong
Note (Evaporation Rate): Top

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot #105
linalool 44.70%
limonene 8.48%
linalyl acetate 15.08%
beta pinene 5.39%
alpha terpineol 5.39%
geranyl acetate 2.90%
neryl acetate 1.52%
trans nerolidol 1.27%

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable

Therapeutic Uses
Neroli essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Acne
Anxiety
Bacteria
Blood Pressure
Candida
Circulation
Convalescence
Cortisol
Cramps
Digestion, cramps, diarrhea, gas, spasms, tonic
Fungus
Heart, palpitations, rhythm
Inflammation
Immune system
Menopause
Pain
Pancreas
Parasites
PMS
Problematic skin
Seizures
SIBO
Skin, scars, scar tissue, stretch marks, thread veins, wrinkles
Sleep
Spasms, intestines, uterus
Stress
Tonic
Uplifting
Uterine spasms
Yeast infections

Hopewell Essential Oil blends with Neroli
Jubilation
Simply Calming
Wrinkle Ease

Blends well with (choose 2-4 to combine and diffuse or use in a personal inhaler):
Clary Sage
Frankincense
Geranium
Lavender
Lemon
Orange
Roman Chamomile
Rose
Sandalwood
Ylang Ylang

Neroli is very expensive. If you desire to have this oil for it's ability to help soothe anxiety and stress, we have a blend called Solace, which has a very similar effect and aroma as true Neroli.

Purchon/Cantele note that if you want a less expensive, therapeutic alternative to Neroli, equal parts of mandarin and petitgrain [bigarade] "will give almost the same effect." (This is not a good alternative if you want to duplicate the aroma.)

Research and Aromatherapy Literature Notes
Inhalation of Neroli Studied: Menopause, Stress etc.

Neroli Inhaled Reduces Anxiety in First Stage Labor PubMed article

Effects of Inhalation of Essential Oil of Citrus aurantium L. var. amara on Menopausal Symptoms, Stress, and Estrogen in Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. PubMed article

"These findings indicate that inhalation of neroli oil helps relieve menopausal symptoms, increase sexual desire, and reduce blood pressure in postmenopausal women. Neroli oil may have potential as an effective intervention to reduce stress and improve the endocrine system."
Personal inhalers are simple and use very little oil, making neroli a worthwhile investment for anyone dealing with unpleasant symptoms of menopause. While hormone replacement therapy is sometimes necessary, some symptoms may be controlled with the simple addition of Neroli essential oil.

Essential oil inhalation on blood pressure and salivary cortisol levels in prehypertensive and hypertensive subjects. PubMed article
"In conclusion, the inhalation of an essential oil [lavender, neroli, ylang ylang and marjoram] had immediate and continuous effects on the home SBP, daytime BP, and the stress reduction. Essential oils may have relaxation effects for controlling hypertension." Basically, the test group demonstrated improved cortisol (stress) markers as well as lower blood pressure.

Anticonvulsant activity of Citrus aurantium blossom essential oil (neroli): involvment of the GABAergic system. PubMed article

"The results suggest that neroli possesses biologically active constituent(s) that have anticonvulsant activity which supports the ethnomedicinal claims of the use of the plant in the management of seizure." This study, done on mice, doesn't necessarily support evidence that it can be a replacement for current treatment, but it may support diffusion or personal inhalation of neroli essential oil.

Analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities of Citrus aurantium L. blossoms essential oil (neroli): involvement of the nitric oxide/cyclic-guanosine monophosphate pathway. PubMed article

The results suggest that neroli possesses biologically active constituent(s) that have significant activity against acute and especially chronic inflammation, and have central and peripheral antinociceptive effects which support the ethnomedicinal claims of the use of the plant in the management of pain and inflammation.

Essential oils in the treatment of intestinal dysbiosis: A preliminary in vitro study.

Results for Intestinal Dysbiosis:

"Carum carvi [Caraway], Lavandula angustifolia [Lavender], Trachyspermum copticum [Ajowan] and Citrus aurantium var. amara [Neroli] essential oils displayed the greatest degree of selectivity, inhibiting the growth of potential pathogens at concentrations that had no effect on the beneficial bacteria examined."

Nerolidol inhibits proliferation of leiomyoma cells via reactive oxygen species-induced DNA damage and downregulation of the ATM/Akt pathway - Science Direct

"In conclusion, the anti-proliferation of nerolidol in rat leiomyoma cells has been demonstrated. The treatment of nerolidol in ELT3 cells induced G1 cell cycle arrest through ROS generation and the inactivation of ATM/Akt pathway. Our data indicate that nerolidol has the potential to develop into a therapeutic agent in UF disease."

Purchon and Cantele note: "In research studies, neroli oil displayed notable activity against bacteria that cause respiratory and urinary infections prevalent among people with compromised immune systems. Neroli oil has a very stong antifungal activity compared to traditional antibiotics; it is very useful with yeast infections such as candida." (Unfortunately, Purchon and Cantele do not cite the specific study they refer to.)

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil.

Since Neroli does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler

Internal: Neroli is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt, Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.
Click here for information about internal usage.

Safety
No known hazards or contraindications.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2002, page 236-237.
Purchon, Nerys; Cantele, Lora, Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness, page 88.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, pages 363-364.
Wildwood, Chrissie, Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, Bloomsbury Publishing, 1996, pages 275-276.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 608.

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