Lemon Essential Oil   

Botanical Name: Citrus limonium
Common Method Of Extraction: Cold pressed
Parts Used: Peel
Note Classification: Top
Aroma: Clean, citrus, sugary, with a bit of spice
Largest Producing Countries: Italy, Cyprus, Guinea, Israel, and USA

Traditional Use: Used as a flavoring agent in pharmaceuticals.  Extensively used as a fragrance component in soaps, detergents, cosmetics, toilet waters and perfumes.  Employed by the food industry in most types of product, including alcoholic and soft drinks.

Properties: Anti-anemic, antibiotic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antisclerotic, antiscorbutic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, astringent, bactericidal, calmative, carminative, cicatrisant, depurative, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, febrifuge, haemostatic, hypotensive, immunostimulant, insecticidal, rubefacient, sedative, stimulant, tonic, and vermifuge.

Benefits: Acne, anemia, arthritis, boils, brittle fingernails, bronchitis, catarrh, chilblains, colds, corns, counteracts stomach acidity, cuts, depression, detoxification, digestion, dyspepsia, fever, flu, general fatigue, herpes, infectious diseases, insect bites, mouth ulcers, obesity, oily skin, rheumatism, sore throat, varicose veins, warts, and wrinkles.

Blends Well With: Benzoin, chamomile, elemi, eucalyptus, fennel, geranium, juniper, labdanum, lavender, neroli, oakmoss, olibanum, rose, sandalwood, ylang ylang, and other citrus oils.

Of Interest: Known as one of the seven polyvalents (effective against many toxins), which are applicable to many ailments.  Its reputation grew when the British Navy issued large quantities of the fruit to counteract the onslaught of scurvy and other vitamin-deficiency problems on lengthy sea voyages.  Used diffused in the atmosphere in banks and other commercial buildings in Japan to reduce worker error.

Safety Data: Should not be used on the skin prior to exposure to the sun or to tanning lights.  Non-toxic, may cause dermal irritation or sensitization reactions in some individuals – apply in moderation. Its use while pregnant is not recommended.

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Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.

As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier).