Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Tangerine
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A tangerine
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Citrus reticulata essential oil.
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- Tangerine (Citrus × tangerina)
Tangerine oil comes from the rind of the fruit of the Citrus × tangerina (a variety of Citrus reticulata) tree. It has a fruity citrus scent.
Properties
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Circulatory
[edit | edit source]Stimulates circulation and reduces water retention.
Digestive
[edit | edit source]Relieves flatulence, diarrhea and constipation.
Emotional
[edit | edit source]Soothes stress.
Skin
[edit | edit source]Reduces stretch marks.
Caution
[edit | edit source]Don't expose the skin to sunlight after using tangerine oil.