Sweet Orange essential oil bottle
Organic Sweet Orange - EOC - Certified Organic Essential Oil - The Essential Oil Company Supporting
Sweet Orange essential oil bottle
Organic Sweet Orange - EOC - Certified Organic Essential Oil - The Essential Oil Company Supporting
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Sweet Orange

Citrusy, tangy, sweet, uplifting, and fruity.Essential Oil Citrus sinesis
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Sweet Orange essential oil is warmth you can smell. It’s familiar, generous, and genuinely welcoming. 

Cold pressed from the rind of Citrus sinensis, it carries a soft, juicy citrus warmth that feels approachable and uplifting without the sharpness of lemon or the complexity of bergamot. It is one of the most broadly loved and widely used oils we offer, and for good reason: it works in nearly every context.

Candle makers reach for it in fall and holiday collections. Cleaning product formulators use it for its cheerful scent and functional profile. Home diffuser blenders add it to nearly everything. And for anyone building products for families, children, or first-time essential oil users, Sweet Orange is a reliable and genuinely crowd-pleasing starting point.
Suggested applications 14 applications with usage rates

Recommended usage percentages by finished product, per the IFRA certificate on file.

IFRA Category Application Min Percent Max Percent Safe
1 Lip Balm 0.5% 2.0%
4 Fine Fragrance Rollerballs 15.0% 25.0%
5 Body Lotion 0.5% 2.0%
5B Facial Cream 0.25% 0.5%
5C Hand Cream 0.25% 1.0%
9 Liquid Soap 0.5% 2.0%
9 Melt And Pour Soap 1.0% 4.0%
9 Bath Bombs 1.0% 3.0%
9 Cold Process Soap 2.0% 6.0%
10A Reed Diffusers 15.0% 30.0%
10B Room Spray 5.0% 10.0%
12 Candle 3.0% 10.0%
12 Wax Melt 5.0% 25.0%
12 Automated Air Fresheners and Plug Ins 5.0% 10.0%

Product details

Botanical name
Citrus sinesis
Plant family
Rutaceae
Plant part
Peel
Origin
Brazil
Extraction
Cold Pressed
Flash point
47 ℃ °C
Relative density
0.8425
Blends well with
Lavender, Cinnamon, Clove, Frankincense, Bergamot, Sandalwood, Ginger, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang, Cedarwood

Product claims

Free from

GMONot derived from genetically modified organisms.
ParabenNo paraben preservatives added.
SLS & SLESNo sodium lauryl or laureth sulfate.
PhthalateNo phthalate carriers or fixatives.
GlutenNo gluten-containing ingredients.

Grade

100% naturalUnadulterated botanical material; nothing synthetic added.
Food gradeSuitable for flavor use under Good Manufacturing Practices.

Ethics

Cruelty freeNot tested on animals.
VeganNo animal-derived ingredients.

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How to use

Diffuse to create a warm, welcoming environment that feels instantly cheerful, inviting, and emotionally comforting.
Sweet Orange is one of the most popular essential oils across all product categories due to its universal appeal and gentle citrus warmth. A staple in natural household cleaning products, including all-purpose sprays, wood polishes, and kitchen blends, where its fresh citrus aroma makes cleaning feel more pleasant.

Widely used in candle making and wax melt formulations, frequently as part of a spice-and-citrus base in fall and holiday collections. Commonly added to bath products, body washes, and scrubs for a cheerful, mood-lifting aromatic experience.

Frequently included in kid-friendly product formulations, nursery blends, and family-focused home care items due to its gentle, approachable profile. Popular in mood-lifting and stress relief diffuser blends alongside lavender and bergamot.

Often used in massage oils and body blends where its warm citrus character pairs naturally with grounding or spiced base notes.

What the research says

Sweet orange is one of the most accessible citrus oils studied for its mood-lifting and calming properties. Clinical research has examined sweet orange essential oil inhalation in pediatric dental and pre-procedural settings, where it has been studied alongside other citrus aromas for its effects on self-reported anxiety. Its primary aromatic compound, d-limonene, remains a focus of ongoing research into the calming, uplifting profile of citrus oils.

Research summaries are provided for educational purposes only and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Our oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Caution

Skin sensitivity may occur. Essential oils are highly concentrated and should be diluted before applying directly to the skin. Keep out of reach from children. If pregnant or breastfeeding please ask your doctor before use.