Description

Our Lemon Essential Oil is steam distilled from the bright yellow rinds of freshly harvested Citrus limon cultivated in Europe . With its bright, refreshing, magically sweet, lemony scent, Lemon Oil is a welcome addition to essential oils collection of both the perfumers as well as aromatherapists.

Lemon Oil has been historically recognized as a cleanser, and Lemons themselves reached the height of fame when the British Navy began using citrus fruits to counteract the effects of scurvy.

Common Uses/ 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 Oil is a strong choice for formulating blends that reduce bacteria and help purify minor infections as well as reduce pain and inflammation. Lemon Essential Oil is commonly used in cosmetic products as well, especially those related to skin care. It has strong antioxidant activity and anti-aging effects; and is effectively able to reduce cell and tissue damage in the skin that’s caused by free radicals.

Emotionally and energetically, 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, especially when added to a diffuser and used for aromatherapy. Lemon Oil can also help with mental alertness and improving concentration. It has the ability to refresh the mind by creating a positive mindset and eliminating negative emotions.

Cautions: For external use only. Essential oils should be diluted before use. This essential Oil may have phototoxic properties and exposure to the sun must be avoided after direct application to the skin. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

Storage: It is recommended that essential oils be transferred into dark glass containers to maintain freshness and attain maximum shelf life.