Written by Gabriella Hortobágyi, aromatherapist
Neroli, the essential oil of the bitter orange flower.
The plant is native to China, but it is also native to the Mediterranean region. Its essence is very valuable.
The essential oil has a magical, enchanting and at the same time charming scent, which is said to have been named after Princess Nerola, who lived in Italy in the 17th century. According to the stories at the time, Marie Anne de La Trémoille’s skin always exuded a bitter orange scent, which reflected the heritage of the fragrance – a mixture of luxury and desire. He liked the scent of the bitter orange flower so much that he used it exclusively for body care and as a diplomatic weapon. Princess Nerola knew: smell is emotion and emotion is power. He perfumed his bathwater, and even his gloves, with neroli.
Neroli is now one of the most important and popular oils in the perfume industry. It has a profound calming and antidepressant effect, has a positive effect on the heart, tunes to joy.
Its skin care effect is also outstanding, it can also be used as a facial toner and for firming. It beautifies the skin and relaxes wrinkles.
