Throughout history Mandarin has been used as a flavouring agent in the culinary industry. While the fruit itself tastes great, the essential oil is pretty impressive in its own right. Mandarin essential oil is a great oil to use with kids as it’s gentle in action, but it’s a great oil for adults too.
Name of Oil: Mandarin
Latin Binomial: Citrus reticulata
Extraction Method: Expressed
Countries of Origin: China, southern Europe, North Africa, South Africa
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood