Lemon Citrus limon
Specifics
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| Country of Origin: Spain | Extraction Method: Cold Pressed |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes | Plant Part: Fresh Fruit Rind |
| Cultivation: Distiller is Certified Organic | Botanical Families: Rutaceae |
| Aromas: Citrus, Fresh, Fruity, Lemony, Sweet | |
| Note: Top |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
Lemon is a great antibacterial agent and I use it in my household cleaning products. It is an excellent \\\"degreaser.” Like Juniper Berry, it is an immune system stimulant, rather than a toxic compound as most chemical cleaners are. Lemon also protects and nourishes the liver.
I like to use it in my diffuser and often add it to diffuser blends. It adds freshness to the aroma and will disinfect the air when others in the house are sick.
I use it in my body care products, as it is known to support the immune system and defend the body against infections. Be certain that your Lemon essential oil is fresh and stored in a cool dark place in a bottle that has very little room for air. Be sure that it is not oxidized. If it has oxidized it is likely to irritate your skin, or possibly cause a sensitization response.
Also remember to avoid the sun for 12 hours after you use it on your skin.
Good for reducing nausea, especially when combined with Peppermint.
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Traditional Knowledge
- Antirheumatic - prevents and/or relieves rheumatic pain and swelling
- Antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, anti-infectious, bactericidal
- Antispasmodic
- Astringent - contracts and tightens tissue
- Detoxifying - helps to counters the effects of a toxin
- Rubifacient - oil increase local blood circulation causing minor skin irritation, vasodilation and local analgesic effect. Cooling.
- Antidepressant
- Carminative
- Diuretic (decongesting)
- Immune stimulant
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Uplifts and cleanses
Expands energy, promotes a sense of opening
Reduces tension and depression
Invites happy, outward energy
Recipe
For Varicose Veins
3 drops Lemon
10 drops Cypress
Blend into 1 oz. of carrier oil or cream. Gently cover the area of the varicosity. Should reduce swelling and pain.
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
4. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
5. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd edition, Churchill Livingstone, 1999
6. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
Safety Issues
Phototoxic. May cause skin irritation. Use in low dilution (1%) when applying to the skin, such as in bath or massage oils. Older, oxidized oils increase the potential for skin irritation. It is considered best to buy citrus oils that are from organically grown fruit as citrus trees can be heavily sprayed with pesticides.
GC/MS Reports
LEM-105 Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectometry Report
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