Yuzu Essential Oil (Citrus junos Sieb. ex Tanaka)

Yuzu Essential Oil is distilled from the aromatic peel of Citrus junos, a distinctive Japanese citrus long valued for its fragrance, resilience, and cultural significance. Grown in mountainous regions where mist and cool temperatures slow ripening, yuzu develops an aroma that is fresher and more nuanced than many familiar citrus oils.

Through traditional steam distillation, the delicate compounds within the peel are carefully preserved, capturing yuzu’s characteristic brightness without harshness. The result is a clean, vibrant essential oil that feels both uplifting and gently grounding.

The aroma opens with sparkling citrus freshness, layered with soft floral and green notes and a subtle hint of warmth beneath. Less sharp than lemon and more complex than grapefruit, yuzu brings clarity without overstimulation, making it especially suited to aromatherapy blends designed for emotional balance and gentle energy.

At Gabriella Oils, Yuzu Essential Oil is chosen for natural perfumery, mindful skincare formulations, and aromatherapy where freshness, elegance, and botanical integrity are essential. It blends beautifully with woods, florals, herbs, and resins, adding light and lift while maintaining harmony.

This is a 100% pure steam-distilled essential oil with no synthetic fragrance, fillers, or additives. For external use only. Always dilute before skin application. As with all citrus oils, photosensitivity precautions should be observed. Aroma and appearance may vary slightly between batches.

Botanical

Citrus junos Sieb. ex Tanaka

Plant part

Fruit peel

Extraction

Steam distillation (essential oil)

Origin

Japan

Aroma

Fresh citrus, soft floral, green, gently uplifting

Solubility

Oil-soluble

Allergen notes: Contains natural aromatics; patch test recommended.

Yuzu, Citrus junos, is a distinctive citrus fruit widely grown in Japan and parts of East Asia. Although similar in appearance to a small grapefruit or rough-skinned lemon, the fruit is valued primarily for its intensely aromatic peel rather than for eating fresh.

In Japanese culture, yuzu is closely associated with winter traditions. One of the most famous customs is the Yuzuyu, a seasonal bath taken during the winter solstice. Whole yuzu fruits are placed in warm bath water, releasing their bright citrus aroma. This tradition is believed to help people relax and feel refreshed during the coldest time of the year.

Yuzu is also widely used in Japanese cuisine, where its fragrant peel and juice add a fresh, uplifting citrus note to sauces, teas, and seasonal dishes. The fruit’s unique aroma—somewhere between lemon, mandarin, and grapefruit—has made it increasingly popular in modern perfumery and aromatherapy blends.

Quality & Documentation

We provide full documentation for this oil, including IFRA, COA and SDS. These documents are supplied for transparency and confirm safety, handling, formulation guidance, and batch information.

Please note: industry documents confirm compliance and technical details, but they do not replace direct aroma evaluation. At Gabriella Oils, each oil is also assessed by scent, texture, behaviour in blends, and overall aromatic quality.

Available documents

• IFRA Conformity Certificate
• SDS Safety Data Sheet
• COA Certificate of Analysis

Shipping & Delivery

United Kingdom

Free shipping to the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. Orders are dispatched using Royal Mail Tracked 24®, with delivery typically within 1–2 working days after dispatch.

European Union

Flat-rate shipping of £12.00 to all 27 EU member states. Orders are sent using a fully tracked service with duties and taxes paid in advance (DDP), so there are no unexpected customs charges on delivery.

Typical transit time is 3–5 business days.

United States

Flat-rate shipping of £14.00. Orders are sent using a fully tracked service with duties and taxes paid in advance (DDP).

Typical transit time is 5–8 business days.

Dispatch times

Orders are usually dispatched within 1 working day. During busy periods this may extend slightly, but we always aim to ship as quickly as possible.