Yuzu

Essential oil: Yuzu
Botanical name: Citrus × junos Siebold ex Yu.Tanaka
Botanical family: Rutaceae
Scent: Citrus
Perfumery note: Top
Odor strength: Medium
Color: Greentinged yellow to deeper green-yellow
Consistency: Thin
Minimum shelf life: 3 years
Dilution: 1-2%
Part used: Rind
Method of extraction: Cold pressed
Type of plant: Small, thorny evergreen tree with dark, glossy leaves, creamy- white flowers, and large green or yellow fruit with an uneven surface.
Aromatic profile: Tart citrus
Principal places of production: Japan and Korea
Storage: In a dark, airtight container in a refrigerator to avoid oxidation.

Monoterpene phenols: 0.06%

Monoterpenes: 96.44%; (Limonene > 70%)

Sesquiterpene lactones: 0.05%

Monoterpenols: 1.78%

Sesquiterpenols: 0.04%

Sesquiterpenes: 1.56%

Other aldehydes: 0.02%

Citrus × junos - Rind EO

Therapeutic properties:

Phisical aspects:: Analgesic, Anti-ageing, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antiemetic, Antifungal, Anti-infective, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antiputrid, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Antiviral, Carminative, Decongestant, Diuretic, Immunostimulant, Mucolytic, Nervine, Purifying, Refreshing, Regenerative, Soothing, Stimulant (Circulatory system), Stomachic, Supporting the digestive system and the respiratory system, Tonic (General)
Emotional/Mental aspects:: Calming, Energizing, Relaxant, Sedative, Uplifting
Others:: Fragrancing, Dermal irritant, Phototoxic

Therapeutic uses:

Phisical aspects:: Ageing signs, Arthritis, Brighten and tone the skin, Bronchial asthma, Candida, Cellulitis, Chronic fatigue, Colds, Constipation, Convalescence, Cramps, Cystitis, Dementia, Devitalized skin, Dry skin, Fine lines, Flu, Gallstones,General aches and pains, Influenza, Nausea, Nervous stomach cramps, Neuralgia, Neurasthenia, Pharyngitis (Sore throat), Rheumatism, Skin penetration enhancer properties, Sore muscles, Tight muscles, Wrinkles
Emotional/Mental aspects: Anxiety, Courage, Depression, Insomnia, Joy, Mental clarity, Mindfulness, Negative and low self-confidence, Nervousness, Optimistic outlook, Restful sleep, Restore your mind and soul, Stress, Traumas
Spiritual aspects:: Elevating, Protection against negativity and ill intended energies

Popular Uses:

Japanese people used the fruits of Yuzu in bath ceremony in honor of Winter solstice and to provide protection against illness.

Bath

Cosmetics

Diffuser

Flavoring

Massage

Perfumery

Skincare

Application methods: Baths, Diffuser, Flavoring, Handmade cosmetics, Massages, Perfumery, Skincare, Soaps
Blends well with: Allspice, Basil (Linalol), Bay (West Indian), Benzoin, Bergamot, Black pepper, Cananga, Cardamom, Carnation, Cedarwood, Chamomile (Roman), Champaca, Cistus, Clary sage, Clove (Bud), Coriander, Cypress, Davana, Eucalyptus (Citriodora), Fir oils, Frangipani, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Ginger lily root, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper Berry, Labdanum, Lavender, Lemon, Lemon (Verbana), Lemongrass, Magnolia leaf, Marjoram, May chang, Melissa, Mimosa, Neroli, Orange (Sweet), Osmanthus, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Pine, Pine (Scotch), Ravensara, Rose (Otto), Rose (Maroc), Rosemary, Sage (White), Sandalwood, Spearmint, Tagetes, Tuberose, Vetiver, Violet Leaf, Ylang Ylang
Substitute with: Bergamot

Safety Warnings:

* May cause irritation on highly sensitive skin; a skin patch test is advisable.
* Skin sensitization if oxidized.