Lime Essential Oil
Lime essential oil replenishes, rebalances and refocuses vital energies. Lime essential oil is reputed to fight against stress and tension. Invigorating, Lime essential oil is also traditionally used in times of low morale. Its tangy, fresh and invigorating scent is highly appreciated.
Originally from India or Malaysia, the lime was then spread around the Mediterranean and to America. Although less rich in vitamin C than Lemon, the British used it on their ships as a remedy against scurvy, which earned them the nickname “Limeys”.
It is traditionally used to improve the following situations: Inflammatory and spasmodic enterocolitis, Cardiovascular risk, Aphonia, Sensitive skin, Anxiety, stress, Low morale, nervous tension.
Actions
Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-coagulant, Soothing, calming, Firming, Sedative, Rejuvenates, refocuses vital energy
Preparation
1-2 drops in a diffuser, in your cosmetics, in a bath or in a carrier massage oil.
Specifications for Lime Essential Oil
Ingredients | 100% Pure essential oil extracted from Citrus Aurantifolia |
Botanical Name | Citrus Aurantifolia |
Other Names | Lime, Key Lime, Mexican Lime, Mexican Thornless Key Lime |
Country of Origin | Italy |
Plant Part | Zest |
Packaging | Glass bottle with dropper |
Precautions | Photosensitising oil, do not expose to sunlight or UV light for at least 8 hours after application. Irritating in its pure state, use well diluted for all skin applications. Not recommended during the first three months of pregnancy. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with the eyes. Certain natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy for certain sensitive persons when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic composition: limonene and, to a lesser extent, citral (geranial and neral), benzyl benzoate, linalool. As a general rule, always test the application of your preparation, in the elbow crease, at least 48 hours before using it. |
Vegan Friendly