Lime Essential Oil

Lime Essential Oil (Citrus aurantifolia)

Common name Lime
Botanical name Citrus aurantifolia
Method of Extraction expressed
Plant Part peel
Country of Origin Mexico
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Description

Lime Essential Oil (Citrus aurantifolia) expressed peel oil

Common name Lime
Botanical name Citrus aurantifolia
Method of Extraction expressed
Plant Part peel
Country of Origin Mexico
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Appearance pale yellow-green to olive green mobile liquid
Aroma fresh rich sweet citrus odour
Major Constituents α-pinene, β-pinene, limonene
Properties refreshing, uplifting, stimulating to digestive system, detoxifying
Traditional Uses fatigue, oily skin, digestive and respiratory conditions
Blends well with bergamot, clary sage, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, mandarin, sweet orange, patchouli, rosemary
Cautions Phototoxic. Avoid sun exposure for up to 12 hours after using any preparation containing Lime Essential Oil on the skin

The Lime is a small evergreen tree with oval leaves, small white flowers and small bitter green fruit. It is native to Asia and, like lemon, was used on ships to prevent scurvy.

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