Petitgrain

I like this essential oil:

Citrus aurantium var. amara, steam distilled leaf, Paraguay. This oil is obtained from the leaves of the bitter orange tree and has a fresh floral citrus scent with a woody herbaceous undertone. It is antidepressant, antispasmodic and deodorant. Calms anger and panic, refreshes the mind. It is considered uplifting and refreshing. Has a sedative effect on the nervous system, helpful for rapid heartbeat or insomnia. Eases breathing and relaxes muscle spasms. Helpful with painful digestion by calming stomach muscles. Could help in clearing up skin blemishes and pimples. Useful for greasy hair and skin.


I'm seeing a Bitter Orange theme...hmmm. I made this with a lot of Colliodal Oatmeal. I was going to put in poppy seeds to differentiate it from other soaps but changed my mind at the last minute because I am making Lemon Rosemary soon which had poppy seed. But now I wish I had put something in it because I can't tell it apart from the Bitter Orange & Patchouli without smelling them.