Combava petitgrain

The following summary is given for information only: it is a synthesis of the properties described in recognised aromatherapy works and/or in accordance with ancestral and popular traditions. The properties* presented are taken from the works cited in the bibliography. This summary is in no way a medical information or a list of indications. Presentation Produced from the distillation of the combava leaves, this essential oil is also known as "combawa essential oil", not to be confused with combawa essence, which is obtained by cold expression of the fruit peel. Yellow-green in colour, this essential oil has a lemony, acidic, vegetal and rising odour. Properties Combava essential oil is particularly rich in citronellal, citronellol and citronellyle acetate, which give it its properties: Soothing both physically and mentally Promotes joint flexibility Promotes digestion Supports liver function Harmonises intestinal transit It is traditionally known to relieve ailments associated with aging joints. It is used : by skin massage on the affected area, diluted in a vegetable oil up to 20%. In air diffusion, alone or with other essential oils such as lavender, mandarin, sweet orange, ylang-ylang... Psycho-emotional level Organic combava essential oil is calming, soothing, sedative. It soothes anxiety, stress and facilitates sleep. It can be used as an atmospheric diffusion or as a skin massage, diluted in a vegetable oil.