PLANT PART
Fruit Fresh Rind
AROMA
Fresh, Citrus, Fruity, Sweet
NOTE
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Essential Oil Datasheets
Essential Oil Datasheet | Lemon
Lemon – Citrus limon
Lemon's fresh scent is treasured for improving concentration, reducing acidity in the body while assisting with digestion, and eliminating cellulite, rheumatism, arthritis, and gout.
Country of Origin:
Native to India, now is cultivated in Southern Europe, Florida, and California, as well as Spain, Italy, and France.
Extraction Method:
Cold Pressed
Botanical Family:
Rutaceae
Chemical Families:
Monoterpenes, Aldehydes
Precautions
- May cause dermal irritation or sensitization reaction.
- Phototoxic to the skin when exposed to sunlight or sunlamps and tanning beds could occur. You can use lemon at a 2% dilution—up to 12 drops per ounce (30ml of carrier oil) without risk of phototoxic reactions. Distilled lemon (also Citrus limon) is NOT phototoxic.
- Avoid use in the bath.
Therapeutic Properties
Lemon is a favorite oil for most people. It works great as an antibacterial agent and serves to stimulate the immune system. It brightens the room as a household cleaner and disinfectant room spray. Lemon is good for the liver and helps the body detox, weight loss, and cellulite.
Antimicrobial | Antibacterial | Antifungal |
Anti-rheumatic | Astringent | Antiseptic |
Antispasmodic | Antiviral | Cicatrisant |
Carminative | Vermifuge | Diuretic |
Tonic | Rubefacient | Hypotensive |
Insecticidal | Antioxidant | Immuno-stimulant |
Liver Support | Cooling | Skin Penetrator |
Body Systems Applications
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Boosts circulation
Apply topically to feet or inhale aromatically.
Varicose Veins
Apply topically with cypress to help reduce varicose veins.
Digestive System
Digestive System
Heartburn & Reflux
Use internally with ginger essential oil in a glass of water to help alleviate symptoms.
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
Immune System
Immune System
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
Insect Bites & Cuts
Apply diluted with lavender for relief from cuts and insect bites.
Limbic System
Limbic System
Emotional Balance
Use aromatically and topically to get balanced emotions.
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
Detox & Cleansing
Take internally in a glass of water or topically to the ears and ankles areas to cleanse and balance pH levels.
Muscular System
Muscular System
Nervous System
Nervous System
Reproductive System
Reproductive System
Respiratory System
Respiratory System
Congestion & Mucus
Rub topically over chest or use aromatically in a diffuser to help relieve symptoms.
Runny Nose & Allergies
Inhale or apply topically over bridge of nose to slow a runny nose. Take 2-4 drops internally with lavender and peppermint for allergy relief.
Skeletal System
Skeletal System
Gout, Rheumatism & Arthritis
Take internally in a glass of water to relieve symptoms.
Urinary System
Urinary System
Kidney & Gall Stones
Take internally with water to detoxify the body to get rid of the stones.
Safety
Generally, non-toxic. Safe to use during pregnancy in moderation and low dilution. Lemon oil should be used at no more than 2% to avoid the risk of phototoxicity.