Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Neroli
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Citrus aurantium leaves, flowers and fruits
![Citrus aurantium leaves, flowers and fruits](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/57/Citrus_aurantium_-_K%C3%B6hler%E2%80%93s_Medizinal-Pflanzen-042.jpg/150px-Citrus_aurantium_-_K%C3%B6hler%E2%80%93s_Medizinal-Pflanzen-042.jpg)
- Neroli (Citrus aurantium)
Neroli essence oil comes from the flowers of the bitter orange (Citrus aurantium) trees.
Properties
Digestive
Alleviates indigestion, flatulence and irritable bowel syndrome.
Emotional
Soothes stress, anxiety and depression. Reduces insomnia. May help with panic attacks.
Skin
Improves dry skin and scar tissue. May help prevent stretch marks.
Caution
- Don't use neroli oil during pregnancy.
- Has a sedative effect.