AD naturam grapefruit essential oil is good for the skin (face, body, thighs, etc.) and prevents hair loss. When diffused, it is a good disinfectant for environments. This oil is also useful for the digestive system, when there has been excess. Citrus paradisi is a hybrid between the grapefruit Citrus maxima and the sweet orange Citrus sinensis. The grapefruit fruit is yellow or pink in color and grows in clusters, hence its English name "grapefruit". The grapefruit tree grows up to 8 m, there are dozens of varieties and the shape, colour and ripeness vary. The grapefruit is native to Asia. It has been used in Japan for over 4000 years, as a moisturising and purifying fruit for the skin. It was brought to Barbados by the English Captain Shaddock. In some countries, the captain's name is sometimes used to refer to the fruit. Malaysia and Thailand are the main exporters of grapefruit, production in China and the Philippines is also substantial.