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Mandarin oil<\/a> is a gentle citrus oil extracted from the peel of the mandarin. Its scent is fresh, fruity and slightly sweet, which is why this essential oil is often chosen to create a pleasant atmosphere at home, for a peaceful evening or as a gentle blend for the family. If you\u2019re looking for information about mandarin oil, its effects in aromatherapy or safe use on the skin, you\u2019ve come to the right place. Below, you can read exactly what mandarin essential oil is, how to use it and what to bear in mind when it comes to dosage and storage. Would you like to find the product quickly or browse similar scents? View the overview Monoeteric essential oils (L\u2013N)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The scent that brings calm and lightness<\/h2>\n

Anyone who smells mandarin oil usually understands straight away why this oil is so popular. The scent is sunny and gentle, without the sharp freshness found in some other citrus oils. As a result, mandarin essential oil is often perceived as approachable and comforting. In aromatherapy, the focus is therefore usually on the sensory experience of the scent: creating a light, pleasant atmosphere during the day or, conversely, a gentler transition into the evening. Many people searching for information on the effects of mandarin essential oil are referring precisely to that sensation \u2013 less harsh, more rounded and warm, with a fresh citrus note that isn\u2019t overpowering. You can find more background on these families and their properties under the various citrus scents in the Citrus fragrance profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Green or red mandarin oil?<\/h3>\n

Green mandarin<\/a> Essential oil is extracted from less ripe fruit and usually smells a bit fresher, greener and livelier. Red mandarin essential oil comes from riper fruit and often has a rounder and sweeter aroma. The base remains the same, but the scent experience is different. If you\u2019re looking for a zesty citrus blend, green mandarin is often a lovely choice. For a gentle, warm evening scent, many people prefer red mandarin.<\/p>\n

Mandarin oil at a glance<\/h2>\n

These are the main properties of mandarin essential oil:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Characteristic<\/th>\nExplanation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Botanical name<\/td>\nCitrus reticulata<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Part of a plant<\/td>\nThe skin of the fruit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Winning<\/td>\nUsually cold-pressed from the peel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fragrance profile<\/td>\nFresh, fruity, smooth and sweet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fragrance note<\/td>\nTop note, so light and immediately noticeable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Variants<\/td>\nGreen mandarin and red mandarin<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Origin<\/td>\nOriginally from Asia, now also grown in warm Mediterranean regions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

How to use mandarin oil<\/h2>\n

In a diffuser, by inhalation or on a fragrance stone<\/h3>\n

Mandarin oil works best in a diffuser. For most devices, 3 to 5 drops is a good place to start, depending on the size of the room and how strong you want the scent to be. On a scent stone, 1 to 3 drops is often enough. We recommend starting with a low dose, as citrus scents spread quickly and a subtle dose is often the most pleasant. Want to know exactly how much you need? Read: How many drops should I put in the diffuser?<\/a>
\nYou can also \u2018cup\u2019 the scent. Put a drop in your hands and rub them together to warm them up. Then cup your hands around your nose and mouth and take a few deep breaths in and out.<\/p>\n

In massage oil or a bath<\/h3>\n

Always dilute mandarin oil in a vegetable oil, such as jojoba, sweet almond or apricot kernel oil, before applying it to the skin; take a look at our Base oils for dilution<\/a> for suitable options. For a mild body oil, 1% is a good guideline, which works out at about 2 drops of essential oil to 10 ml of carrier oil. When using essential oils in the bath, never add mandarin essential oil directly to the water. Otherwise, the essential oil will float on the water\u2019s surface and may irritate the skin. You should therefore first mix the oil with a neutral bath oil and a generous scoop Himalayan salt<\/a>. This helps the oil spread more evenly, making it much more pleasant to use.<\/p>\n

Combinations that often work well<\/h3>\n