Description
Lemon Essential Oil (Citrus limonum) – 100% Pure Essential Oil
Lemon Essential Oil is refreshing and cooling in its action. It is useful for stress and agitation. Studies have shown it also improves the ability to concentrate. Lemon lifts the spirits and relieves mental fatigue. It can be helpful to the digestive system, and is tonic to the circulatory system. Its astringent action makes it useful for oily skin.
The lemon is a small evergreen tree with oval leaves, thorns and very fragrant flowers. The fruit is widely used in cooking and is very nutritious. It was used on English ships at sea to prevent scurvy. The value of lemons has been recognised since the middle ages.
| Common name | Lemon |
| Botanical name | Citrus limonum |
| Method of Extraction | expression |
| Plant Part | peel |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Note | Top |
| Blends well with | chamomile, eucalyptus, fennel, geranium, lavender, sandalwood and other citrus oils |
| Cautions | Phototoxic – avoid using on skin before sun exposure. May cause skin irritation in some individuals. |
