Bright, tender, and deeply comforting, Tangerine Essential Oil is a sun-kissed citrus delight that calms the spirit while gently uplifting the heart. Cold pressed from the fragrant peels of organic Citrus reticulata, this radiant oil has been cherished in self-care traditions for over 3,000 years.
A close relative of mandarin orange, Tangerine offers a soft, tangy-sweet citrus aroma that is both joyful and soothing. Exceptionally gentle, it is beloved for bedtime blends, baby care, pregnancy rituals, and perfumes that crave a luminous top note with tender staying power.
Aroma & Botanical Profile
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Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata
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Botanical Family: Rutaceae
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Extraction Method: Cold pressed
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Part of Plant Distilled: Peel
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Country of Origin: Argentina
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Cultivation Method: Organic
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Composition: 100% Citrus reticulata
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Consistency: Thin
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Scent Description: Fresh, radiant, tangy-sweet citrus
Blends Well With
Jasmine, Rose, Ylang, Vanilla, Lemon, Lavender, Lime, Frankincense, Myrrh, Marjoram, Eucalyptus, Vetiver, Orris Root, Carnation, Fragonia, Myrtle, Magnolia, and Tuberose.
Uses & Benefits
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Gentle Relaxation: A beloved oil for easing tension, fear, restlessness, and sleeplessness
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Bedtime & Baby Care: Ideal for bedtime baths, diffusers, and soothing nighttime rituals
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Pregnancy Comfort: Traditionally used to support calm, comfort, and emotional ease
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Perfumery Top Note: Adds a bright, juicy citrus sparkle to natural perfumes
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Skin-Loving Citrus: Use diluted with Jojoba, Lavender, or Neroli to support the appearance of stretch marks and sluggish skin
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Culinary Creations: Adds a sweet citrus kiss to food and drinks when used appropriately
Why Choose Tangerine Essential Oil?
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Exceptionally Gentle Citrus: Suitable for children and expectant mothers when properly diluted
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High in Limonene: Naturally uplifting and refreshing
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Cold-Pressed Purity: Captures the full aromatic vitality of fresh tangerine peel
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Mood-Soothing & Sleep-Supporting: Encourages rest, relaxation, and emotional ease
Aromatic Heritage & Wisdom
Fresh pressed from sweet tangerine peels, this oil carries the languid calm of citrus groves warmed by the sun. Long treasured as a sweet sleep serum, Tangerine Essential Oil is often used to support relaxation during pregnancy and to soothe the nervous system during times of change.
“Tangerine oil is much imitated. Children and pregnant women usually love this fragrance… Tangerine helps ease tension, fear, sadness, irritability, and sleeplessness.”
~ Susanne Fischer-Rizzi, The Complete Aromatherapy Handbook
“Tangerine, Tangerine, Living reflection from a dream…”
~ Led Zeppelin
A dream of calm and comfort, Tangerine Essential Oil is a bright little bottle of rest, reassurance, and radiant joy.
