Neroli

Essential Oils
Written By Tori Thomas

Neroli – Citrus aurantium (Essential Oil)

Why we love it at The Mindful Gem

Neroli essential oil is a radiance-enhancing, emotionally soothing floral extract treasured for its ability to calm irritation, balance the skin, and uplift the spirit. Steam-distilled from the delicate white blossoms of the bitter orange tree, neroli is rich in linalool, limonene, nerolidol, and antioxidant flavonoids, giving it powerful regenerative, anti-inflammatory, and toning effects. Studies show neroli can reduce redness, support skin elasticity, and promote a more even, glowing complexion, while its aromatherapeutic properties ease stress and tension (Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2015, DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2015.01.043).
At The Mindful Gem, we use neroli essential oil in brightening, soothing, and luxury-leaning formulations where a touch of floral serenity and skin renewal is desired.

Plant Overview:

Neroli comes from the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), native to the Mediterranean, North Africa, and parts of Asia. Its blossoms are handpicked at dawn to preserve their exquisite fragrance and delicate therapeutic compounds.

Parts Used & Traditional Uses:

The fresh orange blossoms are steam-distilled to create neroli essential oil. Traditionally used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Ayurvedic beauty rituals for:

  • calming sensitive or stressed skin

  • reducing redness and irritation

  • uplifting the emotional body

  • balancing oil production

  • promoting youthful radiance

Skin Benefits & Mechanism:

  • Linalool + nerolidol calm redness, irritation, and inflammation.

  • Natural toning properties help refine pores and balance oil.

  • Antioxidants protect against environmental stress and premature aging.

  • Supports skin regeneration and a softer, brighter complexion.

  • Aromatherapeutic impact promotes calm, clarity, and emotional balance.

Key Benefits:

  • Calms redness + sensitivity

  • Balances oil production

  • Brightens + softens skin

  • Antioxidant + anti-inflammatory

  • Luxurious floral aromatherapy

Sources:

  • Chen, J. et al. (2015). “Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity of Citrus aurantium flower oil.” Journal of Ethnopharmacology. DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2015.01.043

  • Tisserand, R. & Young, R. (2014). Essential Oil Safety.

  • European Medicines Agency Monograph: Bitter Orange Flower

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Tori Thomas
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