Essential Oil Profile
Botanical Name: Citrus Limonum
Country of Origin:
Extraction Method: Cold pressed from the citrus rind of the Lemon fruit
Scent Profile: Similar to fresh lemon rinds except richer and more concentrated.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES / HEALTH BENEFITS
This citric fruit possess abundant qualities that improves physical health, and on top of that, its disinfectant properties also works wonderfully well as a household cleaner. Stimulating and calming at the same time,Lemoncleanses the mind, body and environment from negativity.
Lemon essential oilis a natural element that can potentially be used as a home treatment for a variety of ailments. Steam extraction or, less frequently, a "cold-pressing" procedure that pricks and spins the peel as oil is released is used to extract it from freshlemonpeels.
Lemon essential oilcan be diluted and applied directly on the skin, or it can be diffused and inhaled. Some people swear bylemon essential oil as an anti-exhaustion, anti-depression, skin-clearing, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory component.
Lemon essential oil is sometimes used as a natural analgesic in aromatherapy. This oil's anti-stress and antidepressant properties could be due to the way it helps our bodies comprehend pain without panicking.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES |
HEALTH BENEFITS |
| Improve concentration | Supports digestive system |
| Uplifts mood | Weight loss |
| Improve skin condition |
LEMON IN SKIN CARE
Reduces oily skin: Astringent and detoxifying in nature, its antiseptic properties can draw out excessive oil from the skin, reducing shine and oiliness while treating pimples and acne.
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How to use for face care
Add one drop of essential oil to one dollop of your face cream or lotion and apply every two days. Do not be tempted to add more oil. Higher doses do not work better than regular applications.
How to use for body care
Use no more than 4 to 5 drops for every 5ml of body lotion or carrier oil. Apply the mixture all over skin and pat dry or allow full absorption.
LEMON IN HAIR CARE
Hair refreshener: Add a few drops oflemon oil into a spray bottle of water and spritz hair and go out in the sun for natural, glossy highlights.
HOW TO USE
– In a nebuliser
– In an oil burner
– In baths or inhalation
BLENDS WELL WITH
To bring out the bright energizing scent ofLemon, blend with grapefruit, lime or bergamot. Also blends well with spicy oils like cinnamon or fir balsam.
CAUTION/SIDE EFFECTS
Avoid sunlight or UV rays after applyingLemon essential oilonto skin. Possible skin sensitivity.