Aromatherapy Share: Essence of the Week - Petitgrain Mandarin (Citrus reticulata) ...

Petitgrain Mandarin essence is derived from the twigs and leaves of the Mandarin tree which is a shrubby evergreen tree from tropical and sub-tropical areas. Petitgrain Mandarin is associated with good fortune and good health.

For the physical body, Petitgrain Mandarin is great for the skin and acne, scars, stretch marks, eczema, and irritations. She helps to enhance collagen production and brighten the complexion. Petitgrain Mandarin is great for inflammation, muscle spasms, and rheumatism. She stimulates serotonin and dopamine, so she addresses depression and anxiety. For the tummy, Petitgrain Mandarin helps hiccups, dyspepsia, intestinal issues, and cramps. She is wonderful for the lungs as well, helping bronchitis and other breathing challenges. The uro-genital organs that affect our urine flow, PMS, and cramps are also positively influenced by this medicine. She is a powerful immune supporter and booster, and a lymphatic circulator.

Energetically, Petitgrain Mandarin is a natural calming agent for relaxation and healing insomnia. She is wonderful for children and their childhood trauma, repressed memories, and addresses the words and imprints that were told to all of us as children. Whatever repressed memories we may have inside, Petitgrain Mandarin helps to release them. She gives us permission to Love ourselves and others, and she helps to clear the way for self-Love to be restored.

Anoint 5-10 drops "neat" onto the skin. Repeat 2-3 times a day for 120 days and then re-evaluate your health to see how to move forward from there. Journal your experience for future reflections.