Lime Peel Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Citrus aurantifolia
Common Method Of Extraction: Cold pressed
Parts Used: Fruit peel
Note Classification: Top
Aroma: Tart, sweet citrus
Largest Producing Countries: Mexico, USA, and Italy
Traditional Use: Lime has similar uses as Lemon oil.
Properties: Antibacterial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aperitif, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, febrifuge, restorative, tonic
Benefits: Boils, brittle nails, colds, corns, cuts, fever, infection, insect bites, lmouth ulcers, nosebleeds, oily skin, poor circulation, stomach cramps, warts. Lime oil can be used in any blend you would add lemon oil to. The aroma is more tart but still very refreshing.
Blends Well With: Citronella, clary sage, lavender, neroli, nutmeg, rosemary, vanilla, ylang ylang
Of Interest: In folklore Lime oil is believed to cleanse and renew the spirit and mind.
Safety Data: Phototoxic.
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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).