Tangerine Essential Oil: A Practitioner’s Guide
Overview
From nature to bottle: Cold pressed from the fresh peel of the Tangerine fruit (Citrus reticulata).
Tangerine is a bright, sweet, citrus-fresh botanical that has been valued for its deeply calming aroma, digestive ease, and circulation-boosting qualities.
Unlike harsher citrus oils, Tangerine has a uniquely gentle, mild profile that brings the vibrant, comforting scent of sun-ripened groves indoors without overpowering the senses.
It’s comforting, sweet scent makes it a beautiful oil for clearing the mind, easing tired muscles and joints, supporting a healthy digestive system, and restoring a natural feeling of happiness and emotional balance.
Properties of Tangerine Essential Oil
Traditionally described as:
• anticoagulant
• anti-inflammatory
• laxative
• sedative
Aromatic & Emotional Benefits
Aromatically, Tangerine is traditionally used to:
Calm the nervous system: Creates a deep sense of peace, safety, and physical relaxation.
Foster emotional happiness: Establishes the inner warmth and optimism needed to comfortably lift the spirit and lessen sadness.
Release fear and shock: Helps clear sudden emotional tension, anxiety, and heavy burdens from the mind.
French Medical Uses
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
Aerophagia (Excessive gas and bloating)
Insomnia (Sleep disorders)
Nervous Tachycardia (Stress-induced heart palpitations)
Anxiety Neurosis (Severe nervous agitation and panic)
Dystonia
Common Uses
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• dizziness
• stress
• insomnia -
• circulation support
• cellulite & stretch mark reducer
• digestive and gallbladder ease
• lymphatic drainage
• soothes irritated limbs
• metabolic support
• parasite defense -
• eases fear and shock
• lessens sadness
• restores emotional balance -
• air purifier
• natural cleaning
• decongesting steam
History
Tangerine is a beloved, time-tested citrus botanical that has been valued for centuries across the globe for its uplifting wellness benefits, rich cultural heritage, and skin-brightening properties.
Belonging to the ancient mandarin family, this vibrant fruit has been carefully cultivated in China and Japan for over 3,000 years. Its journey across global trade routes eventually brought it to the port of Tangiers in Morocco—the historic city that gave the tangerine its name—before it traveled to the sun-drenched groves of the Mediterranean and North America. It quickly became a seasonal treasure, famously known as the festive "Christmas Orange" tucked into holiday stockings.
Prized for being sweeter, gentler, and more fragrant than a standard orange, the tangerine has long held a special place in traditional folklore and natural wellness.
Whether used to naturally tone the skin and ease digestion or diffused to create a joyful, sun-drenched atmosphere, Tangerine remains a beautiful symbol of ancient natural healing.
Astrological Association
Sun & Leo
Character
Yang (uplifting, clarifying, and expressive)
Element
Fire & Air
Number
3 & 5
Crystals
Citrine — amplifying abundance, personal power, and radiant joy.
Sunstone — clearing seasonal darkness, boosting leadership, and inviting warmth.
Carnelian — sparking creative fire, confidence, and motivation.
Amber — absorbing negative energy, warm emotional healing, and purification.
Orange Calcite — clearing energetic blocks and amplifying playful, positive vibrations.
Tiger's Eye — balancing the solar plexus, anchoring courage, and manifesting luck.
Chakra Associations
2nd Chakra — Sacral
• creative spark and inspiration
• emotional expression and flow
• releasing stagnant energy and blocks
• playful joy
• inner warmth and abundance
3rd Chakra — Solar Plexus
• confidence and self-assurance
• motivation and personal drive
• radiant joy and optimism
• playful creativity
• inner warmth
Contraindications & Safety
* Not recommended for children under 6.
* Use cautiously with children over 6 and at appropriate dilution.
* Use carrier with children.
* Highly phototoxic - requires mandatory dermoprotective dilution in a carrier oil prior to topical application.
* Do not apply and go into direct sun for several hours.
Source References
Information supplied from:
The Reference Guide for Essential Oils by Connie and Alan Higley
Healing Drops Wellness practitioner notes
Traditional herbal and aromatherapy references
Healing Drops Wellness Blends & Sprays with Tangerine:
Citrus reticulata
Cold pressed from peel. Italy.
Main Benefits: Helps reduce cellulite, supports gall bladder and lymphatic health, promotes happiness.
Aroma: Sweet, juicy, and tangy with a bright citrus scent.
Perfect for: Uplifting mood and supporting gentle body detox.
Dragonfly blends the sacred depth of Dragon’s Blood with the sparkling brightness of tangerine. The result is a richly aromatic experience, similar to Nag Champa incense, warm, and alluring but softened by a vibrant citrus lift. A high-vibration blend that awakens passion and inspires transformation.
Note: Dragon’s Blood has the highest ORAC (Anti-Aging) value of all essential oils!
A comforting, cheerful blend that lifts the spirit and brings a sense of calm.
Diffuse it to create a warm, happy atmosphere, perfect for cozy winter evenings, holiday gatherings, or anytime you want a little extra joy in the air. These oils naturally help support your home’s defenses by combating viruses and bacteria, making this blend both soothing and protective.
A seasonal favorite that fills your space with warmth, happiness, and the familiar feeling of celebration.
Formerly called Spice it Up
This supportive blend is designed to help curb cravings while providing an uplifting sensory experience.
Inhale deeply several times throughout the day and/or add 1 drop to a glass of water. For topical use, apply 1–2 drops neat or diluted with a carrier oil to the temples, wrist pulse points, or back of the neck. Pleasant in both aroma and taste.
Formerly called Appetite Control
The Dragonfly Spray (2 oz | 60 mL) blends the sacred depth of Dragon’s Blood with the sparkling brightness of tangerine. The result is a richly aromatic experience—incense-like, warm, and alluring—softened by a vibrant citrus lift. A high-vibration blend that awakens passion, enhances mood, and inspires transformation.
Note: Dragon’s Blood has the highest ORAC (Anti-Aging) value of all essential oils!
A transformative blend that supports personal growth and spiritual expansion. Helps you stay grounded while opening to higher awareness—aligning the Root and Crown chakras for balance through all stages of life. (2 oz | 60 mL)
Chakras supported:
• 1st — Root
• 7th — Crown
Formerly called Transcend
A centering and calming spray that uplifts your mood and brings happiness. Supports emotional balance by opening the 3rd chakra. (2 oz | 60 mL)
Chakra supported:
• 3rd — Solar Plexus
Formerly called Peaceful
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