{"product_id":"shikuwasa-taiwan-tangerine-citrus-depressa","title":"Shikuwasa - Taiwan Tangerine - Citrus depressa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/span\u003e - Shikuwasa - Taiwan Tangerine - Citrus depressa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlant Origin\u003c\/span\u003e - Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOil taken from\u003c\/span\u003e - Fruit peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExtraction Method\u003c\/span\u003e - Cold pressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAroma Description\u003c\/span\u003e - A zesty and sour Lemon-Lime Citrus aroma with lightly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebitter undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTraditional uses for Shikuwasa Essential Oil include\u003c\/span\u003e -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Taiwan Tangerine, Shikuwasa Lime and Hirami Lemon, this tiny little Citrus fruit produces a powerful Essential Oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShikuwasa is a very precious and rare Citrus Essential Oil, and we at Mantra Aromatherapy are delighted to offer it as part of our Rare and Remarkable Citrus Essential Oil and Japanese Essential Oil ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShikuwasa fruits are very small - only 3-4cm in diameter and a vibrant deep green colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is debated that Shikuwasa is one of the original species of Mandarin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Shikuwasa means in Japanese -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShi = 'sour', and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuwasa = 'to eat'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo a translation would be 'to eat the sourness'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs it is a rare product we are currently only able to offer pure Shikuwasa Essential Oil in 1ml and 5ml sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShikuwasa Essential Oil is stimulating and uplifting to the body.  It helps combat stress, tension, anxiety, mental fatigue and nervous conditions when used regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with a lot Citrus Essential Oils it is a strong anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory agent, making it useful in skin care support to de-toxify and remove impurities. It is great for oily and greasy hair and skin types as it can re-address and help normalize the balance of oil secretions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn body massage it is stimulating to the digestive and circulatory systems and helps to cleanse and remove impurities from the body.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShikuwasa is also highly anti-bacterial, a useful anti-fungicidal agent and is naturally high in anti-oxidants, making it an excellent choice to combat aging as it helps to scavenge free-radicals that can cause premature damage to cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the aroma is so strong and deeply refreshing, it can be burnt to create an incredible ambience in a room and to deodorize if you require a quick breeze of zesty Citrus freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique Essential Oil could also be used in candles, potpourri and soaps if you feel like making something very special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eShikuwasa Essential Oil blends well with\u003c\/span\u003e -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCitron, Blue Tansy, Coffee Blossom, Cocoa, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Beeswax, Cherry Blossom, Tiger Lily, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang \u003c\/span\u003eEssential Oils amongst many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMantra Aromatherapy's Shikuwasa Essential Oil is\u003c\/span\u003e -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pure and neat Essential Oil that has not been blended\/adulterated or diluted in any way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Vegan product that is cruelty free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs presented for retail in a pharmaceutical grade brown glass bottle with a tamper proof cap and its own dripper insert for ease of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach product purchased is freshly decanted from verified stock in the Uk in Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMantra Aromatherapy's Shikuwasa Essential Oil is a Therapeutic Grade product and can be used as part of a Holistic treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eProduct Safety \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways store pure Essential Oils\/Absolute Oils in brown glass bottles in an upright position with their cap firmly secured in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximise the shelf life of any Essential Oil\/Absolute Oil it should be stored out of direct sunlight, in a cool, dry environment.  - A medicine cabinet is ideal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eEssential Oils\/Absolute Oils should never be\u003c\/span\u003e -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003etaken internally,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eput on the skin without being correctly diluted first. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003enever be put in or near the eyes nor put on areas of damaged or inflamed  skin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethey should be stored away from children and used with caution around babies, small children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecare and Medical advice should be taken before using Essential Oils\/Absolute Oils if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you have a medical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways patch test before using any new Essential Oil\/Absolute Oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlease note - 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