Lemon Essential Oil
Citrus limon
Like most other citrus peel oils, Limonene is the dominant constituent of Lemon Oil, with a dozen other refreshing terpenoid volatiles at low concentrations that nonetheless lend a zesty bite to the overall aroma.
BENEFITS
Lemon Essential Oil is often used in DIY cleaning products that harness the purifying nature of Lemons to effectively cleanse and brighten a space. Along with being an exceptional choice for cleansing and purifying,
Lemon Essential Oil reduce bacteria in the air and on hard surfaces. It also disinfects and freshens linens in sick rooms during time of colds & flu epidemics.
Lemon Essential Oil helps to purify minor infections as well as reduce pain and inflammation.
Lemon Essential Oil strengthen the immune system by by activating white blood cell formation.
Lemon Essential Oil and Eucalyptus Essential Oil mixed together and used daily in an aroma lamp will cleanse the air of harmful microbes and support breathing and respiratory function.
Emotionally
Lemon Essential Oil brings an element of sparkle to a blend and can help lift a cloud of depression or ease emotional tension. It has an extremely calming effect.
Our Lemon Essential Oil is Bergapten-free (FCF) - safe to use in skincare with no photosensitizing effects. FCF (furanocoumarin-free) is an acronym used to indicate that the chemical compounds responsible for extreme sensitization of the skin to sunlight has been removed. In the case of Lemon Oil, the specific furanocoumarin is Bergapten.
PART USED Peels
SYNONYMS Citrus limon (L.) Osbeck
Citrus limon (L.) Burm.f.
COMMON NAMES Limon, Limoun, Limone
EXTRACTION METHOD Cold Pressed Essential Oil
ORIGIN Italy