Monday Spotlight: Citrus Fresh

 

Citrus Fresh is an essential oil blend that I use everyday.  My favorite way to use this oil is to put a few drops in a big glass of water--so refreshing!  Another added bonus is that all of the oils in citrus fresh are known to help with weight loss.  According to the Essential Oils Pocket Reference, Citrus Fresh stimulates the right brain to amplify creativity and well-being as well as eradicate anxiety and works well as an air purifier.  University researchers in Japan found that diffusing citrus fragrance in an office environment improved mental accuracy and concentration by 54%.  When diffused, it adds a clean, fresh scent to any environment. 

Citrus Fresh contains the following essential oils:

• Orange (citrus sinensis) is elevating to the mind and body, bringing security, joy and peace.  It is high in limonene that prevents DNA damage and has anticoagulant properties.
• Tangerine (citrus reticulata) contains esters and aldehydes that are sedating and calming, combating anxiety and nervousness.  It is high in limonene, which prevents DNA damage.
• Lemon (citrus limon) has an extremely cleansing smell.  This oil helps purify and uplift.
• Mandarin (citrus reticulata) has a sedative and slightly hypnotic properties that combat insomnia, stress, and irritability.  It is high in limonene, which prevents DNA damage.  It also has anticoagulant properties.
• Grapefruit (citrus paradisi) is decongesting and fat-dissolving.  It is high in limonene, which prevents DNA damage, and has anticoagulant properties.  This aroma can be very calming and can bring a sense of wholeness.
• Spearmint (mentha spicata) oil helps support the respiratory, glandular, and nervous systems.  With its hormone-like activity, it helps open and release emotional blocks and bring about a feeling of balance.  It is antispasmodic, anti-infectious, antiparasitic, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory.  It has been used to increase metabolism and burn fat.

How to Use:

A favorite for diffusing or directly inhaling or add 2-4 drops to bath water.  Apply 1 to 2 drops on edge of ears, wrists, neck, temples, or feet.  Dilute 1:15 for a full body massage.  Put 2 drops on a wet cloth and put in clothes dryer.  Put 4-8 drops on cotton balls or tissues and put in or on vents.  It can also be ingested.  Do not apply to skin before sun exposure as this oil is photo sensitive.

Interested in purchasing Young Living Citrus Fresh essential oil blend?  Click here.