Latin Name: Citrus sinensis Plant Family: Rutaceae Plant Part Used: Rind of the fruit Extraction Method: cold-pressed, steam distillation Scent: Sweet, fresh and tangy Color: Yellow to orange Viscosity: Thin Shelf Life: 1 to 2 years Max Dermal Use Level: 5% Notes (Perfume): Top Phototoxic: No Safe for Kids: Yes Safe for Pregnancy: Yes Safe for Breastfeeding: Yes Safe for Ingestion: Yes Chemical...

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Two weeks ago, I read an online article about a woman who had second and third-degree burns after applying essential oil to her skin right before going in a tanning bed. It turned out she got a phototoxic skin reaction from the essential oil. Sadly, there are several people like her who are not even aware of this kind of risk so allow me...

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