Introduction
The Fortunella japonica tree produces a small fruit that resembles the conventional orange, but is the size of a large olive. Although the essential oil cold pressed from the rind of its fruit is composed primarily of cyclic monoterpene limonene, as the research suggests, Kumquat is quite distinct among citrus oils.
Depending on the harvesting conditions, Kumquat essential oil is anywhere from 70%-95% limonene, but of its other 105 known constituents, 46 have not been found in any other essential oil. So, while Kumquat does offer the same surface cleansing and mood uplifting benefits of its limonene-containing counterparts, many of its properties are all its own. With powerful cleansing properties, Kumquat may have applications in skin and hair health along with being great for use on your kitchen counters. These added skin benefits may be due to low levels of alpha-Pinene.
Top Properties
- antiseptic
- antimicrobial
- immunostimulant
- digestive stimulant
- refreshing
Blends Well With
- fennel
- coriander
- green mandarin
- vetiver
- sandalwood
- siberian fir
- rosemary
- lime
Usage Suggestions
Winter Blahs, Inauthenticity, Pretense & Lack of Perspective:
- diffuser or inhale from cupped hands.
Brain Fog, Lack of Concentration, & Fatigue:
- combine with green mandarin, and vetiver and diffuser, inhale, or apply under the nose and to forehead.
Bronchitis, Asthma & Flu:
- diffuse, and apply to the chest, back, and bottoms of the feet with Rosemary or Siberian Fir.
Sore Throat & Swollen Glands:
- diffuse, and gargle 1-2 drops in a cup every few hours an apply to the neck.
Odor & Spring Cleaning:
- diffuse 5 drops each with Green Mandarin and Siberian Fir.
Uplift & Balance Diffuser Blend:
- 4 drops of balance essential oil blend
- 2 drops of citrus bliss balance blend
- 3 drops of kumquat essential oil
Safety Note:
- avoid UV rays for up to 12 hours after topical application. Possible skin sensitivity.
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