Essential Oils



LEMON

Botanical Name

Citrus limon

Origin

North America 

Plant Family

Rutaceae

Method of Extraction

Cold Pressed/Expressed or 
Steam distilled

Plant Part Used

Citrus Rind (Peel)

Color

Pale Yellow to Deep Yellow

Consistency

Thin

Perfumery Note

Top

Aromatic Description

smells like fresh lemon rinds except that it is more concentrated.

Major Constituents

(+)-Limonene, B- Pinene, Gamma-Terpinene, a-Terpineol, a-Pinene, Geranial

Medical Properties

Antitumoral, antiseptic, immune stimulant, improves microcirculation, immune stimulant  (may increase white blood cells)

Uses

Circulatory problems, allergies, parasites, hypertension, digestive problems, Athlete's Foot, Colds, Dull Skin, Flu, Oily Skin, Varicose Veins

Blends Well With

Lavender, Peppermint, Orange,

Safety 

Phototoxic. it is reamended that no more than 2.0% for dermal use to avoid the risk of a phototoxic reaction.