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Yuzu Essential Oil

Vial depicting Yuzu Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Citrus junos Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled or Solvent Extracted Color: Greenish orange Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, delightful citrus aroma that resembles a combination of mandarin and grapefruit. Be selective in who you purchase yuzu essential oil from as some producers have been found to pass a citrus oil blend off as the more costly yuzu essential oil.

	Yuzu

Possible Uses: Yuzu is well known for its use in personal fragrances. Limited reliable information exists on the use of Yuzu in other specific applications. Its pleasant aroma makes Yuzu a good candidate for uplifting diffuser blends intended to help with anxiety, depression and nervousness. Children are very likely to enjoy the aroma.

Constituents: Awaiting verification.

Safety Information: Limited reliable information exists. As a citrus oil, Yuzu Essential Oil may be phototoxic. Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours.

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