LEMON ESSENTIAL OIL (CITRUS LIMONUM)
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Botanical Name– Citrus Limon
Origin– Native To Asia And East India, Grows Wildly In Spain And Portugal. Also Cultivated Extensively In Italy, Sicily, Cyprus, Guinea, Israel, California And Florida.
Part Of Plant Used– Outer Part Of The Fresh Peel
Method Of Extraction– Cold Expression
Aroma And Colour– Lemon Oil Is A Greeny-Yellow Liquid With A Light, Fresh, Citrus Odor.
Therapeutic Indication– Anti-Anaemic, Antimicrobial, Antirheumatic, Antisclerotic, Antiscorbutic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Antitoxic. Astringent, Bactericidal, Carminative, Cicatrisant, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Haemostatic, Hypotensive, Insecticidal, Rubefacient, Tonic And Vermifuge.
Principal Constituents– Limonene (Approx. 70%), Terpinene, Pinene, Sabinene, Myrcene, Citral, Linalol, Geraniol, Octanol, Nonanol, Citronellal, Bergamotene, Among Others.
How To Use– Diffuse, Bath And Massage
Caution– Lemon Is An Essential Oil And As Such Should Not Be Applied Directly, Undiluted On The Skin Or Ingested. It Should Not Be Taken By Pregnant Women. Photo-Toxic – Do Not Use On Skin Exposed To Direct Sunlight.
Therapeutic Properties- Lemon oil is used for digestive problems like indigestion, acidity, and upset stomach. It is also considered effective against fever, cold, flu and nausea due to its anti-microbial properties.
Skincare- Lemon oil is a very good astringent and hence can be used to remove dead skin cells, brighten skin complexion and reverse sun damage. It has antiseptic properties that help to treat pimples and various skin problems like acne and occasional breakouts. Lemon oil is good for oily and damaged skin. It is also considered to be an excellent skin whitening agent due to its antioxidant properties.
Haircare- Lemon oil helps to promote strong, healthy and shiny hair. It is used for hair growth and gives relief from dandruff. It is an excellent remedy for hair loss.
Emotional- Lemon oil is used for calmness, mental fatigue, exhaustion, dizziness, anxiety, and nervous tension. It helps to uplift the mood and fight depression. It helps to increase concentration and alertness of the mind.