Orange blossom
Neroli is an orange flower that has many uses. In aromatherapy it is known for its calming effects, in cosmetics it is used to rejuvenate the skin. It is very popular in perfumery for its delicate exotic floral-citrus scent. Neroli essential oil from orange blossoms and petitgrain essential oil are some of the most luxurious scents in the world. Their scents calm the mind, relieve depression and have an aphrodisiac effect. Symbolically, the scent of orange blossom expresses purity, innocence and virtue. In some cultures, the orange blossom is also a symbol of fertility.
Where does the bitter orange tree grow? The orange tree originated in Arab countries, from where it spread to Spain during Arab rule. The Spanish brought it to Florida in the fifteenth century, where it thrives very well. Furthermore, the bitter orange tree is grown in India, Africa and also in the Himalayas. Florida is currently the largest producer of the orange tree and its flower is also the official flower of the sunshine state of Florida. White orange blossoms only bloom for a short period of time during the spring, when the scent of millions of beautiful white flowers wafts across central and southern Florida and all of Spain.
History: Orange blossom has been used in weddings since ancient China - virgins decorated their hair with it on their wedding day, orange blossoms are also often added to wedding bouquets. This tradition was brought to Europe by the Crusaders from their expeditions to the Far East. The origin of the name neroli for essential oil from orange blossoms comes from Italy. In the 17th century, Anna Marie de la Tremoille of Neroli became famous for her passion for the captivating scent of orange blossom oil. However, this essential oil could also have been made famous by Emperor Nero.
So what do these different essences smell like? Neroli essential oil provides a beautiful, fresh and green aroma, with a floral sweet citrus scent complemented by a bitter spicy undertone. Orange blossom essence provides a more pronounced, deeper and sweeter floral aroma, similar to jasmine. Each perfume charms with its unique scent, thanks to the combination with other ingredients and the use of different orange essences. Still the same plant - a different scent every time.
USE:
✅Almost all parts of the orange tree are used to produce beautiful fragrances used in perfumery and cosmetics. Orange essential oil is obtained from the peel of an orange. Petitgrain essential oil is obtained from orange leaves. Neroli and Orange blossom essential oil are obtained from the white flowers. These two oils differ considerably in their aroma. Orange blossom and Neroli are essences obtained by distillation from the flowers of the bitter orange tree Citrus aurantium, also known as sour or green orange. It is precisely because it is so acidic that it is much more aromatic than other types of oranges. However, it depends on the methods of obtaining the process of extracting essences from these flowers - essential oil Orange flower is obtained using a more complex method of extraction with alcohol and filtration. Neroli is obtained by steam distillation of freshly picked flowers.
✅Orange blossom is an absolutely indispensable ingredient in European and Arab perfumery, but also a very valuable natural fixative for perfumes. Thanks to these purely natural ingredients, our perfumes not only smell better, but also last longer.