Pink Grapefruit is the topic of today’s post because if you haven’t noticed there is a lot going on and that can affect our self-image, I have found that using Pink Grapefruit as an essential oil brings a sense of peace within.

As we have talked before, some citrus oils are more stimulating, and some are more relaxing. Pink Grapefruit is certainly more stimulating with an absolutely wonderful, sweet and tart scent at the same time.

Grapefruit is a great liver detoxifier, antimicrobial, is uplifting and acts as a great lymphatic stimulant. In oils when we say an oil is a lymphatic stimulant, we are also saying it may be good for challenges with cellulite, obesity, weight management and water retention.

This is a great oil for people who struggle with “Winter Blues”. The personality of Grapefruit is warm, inviting and revitalizing.

I appreciate Robbi Zeck’s perspective on grapefruit:

She recommends, “using grapefruit oil whenever you are feeling drained, strung out or depressed. She explains that the light fruity aroma of grapefruit lifts the spirit and radiates optimism. Grapefruit helps us focus our thoughts on the positive aspects of our lives.”

Pink Grapefruit, when used consistently, can help dissolve mental and emotional roadblocks. This is a great oil to diffuse in the office when mental stress may be present.

My favorite single companion essential oil to Grapefruit would be Bergamot. Their scents are complementary and their actions on the mind and body are even more so.

While Grapefruit tends to help us feel more at peace about our body image, Bergamot helps us to be more at peace with who we are. The two oils together help us with how we view ourselves and our bodies. I love them together when diffused or applied over my abdomen and the bottom of my feet.

Application Ideas:

Apply 2-3 drops daily with a little carrier oil (Fractionated Coconut Oil) to hips or trouble areas to help with stagnant lymph flow to support proper weight management.

My wife Carrie loves a drop or two of Grapefruit in her water throughout the day. She really enjoys it in her Perrier for that fruity carbonation feel without the high fructose corn syrup. She just makes sure the bottle is glass or metal and not plastic as many essential oils can break down synthetic compounds. We both enjoy a drop or two of citrus oil in our water.
Apply drops with .5 – 1 tsp of carrier oil to swollen ankles or legs to help mitigate water retention.

For more ideas on how you can incorporate essential oils into your life keep reading.

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Listed below are cautions if you plan on using any of the essential oils mentioned in this post.

Please do not use essential oils if you suffer from seizures.

Please consult your healthcare practitioner before beginning any essential oil regimen.

Do not use it with young children.

Keep away from eyes and sensitive skin areas.

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