Lime Essential Oil, Therapeutical Grade
Fragrance: Fresh, lemony-green, stronger than lemon oil, tart
Perfumery Note: Top
Blends well with: Citrus essential oils blend well with a lot of different oils, “lifting” a blend to make it appear more energetic and lively. Lemon, lavender, neroli, ylang ylang, rose, sandalwood, frankincense, geranium, bay leaf, fennel, tea tree, resinous essential oils and many others.
External Application:
Mixed with vegetable oil (5-7 drops of lime oil to 10ml of vegetable oil) for the treatment of greasy, impure skin; has a haemostatic effect on wounds; for the treatment of warts; refreshes tired bodies plagued by exhaustion, depression and listlessness; Blood circulation
Application in Cosmetics:
Suitable for the care of slack, fatigued and oily skin, because lime oil has a refreshing, astringent and stimulating effect; tightens skin and connective tissue.
Internal Application:
2-3 drops of lime oil mixed into a glass of fresh fruit or vegetable juice is effective against loss of appetite, rheumatism, flatulence and liver complaints. This stomachic tonic stimulates the digestion, lowers temperatures and has a blood-purifying and purging effect. Anti-spasmodic; effective against internal parasites.
In the Diffuser:
Very refreshing, encouraging, as an air-purifier and disinfectant, for concentration, encourages communication (improves self-confidence), depression, tiredness
SPECIFIC SAFETY ADVICE
May cause skin irritation if used in large amounts. Avoid exposing the skin to direct sunlight after using this oil in skin care – phototoxic effect possible.
GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR ESSENTIAL OILS
Essential oils are potent plant extracts! Do not take any oils internally without consultation from a qualified medical practitioner. Keep all essential oils securely out of child’s reach. Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always avoid mucous membranes and eyes. If you are pregnant or have any medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified medical practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils for children and use only the gentlest oils at very low concentrations; it is safest to consult a qualified medical / aromatherapy practitioner. A skin patch test should be conducted prior to using sany oil. Essential oils may attack plastics and varnished surfaces! And here’s another fact that most of us would be rather unaware of... many essential oils are highly flammable!
DISCLAIMER
Any information provided is only general information and is not to be considered complete or guaranteed to be accurate / effective / safe. It is not in our intention to make any medical claims associated with any of our products, and the information provided should not be used to replace sound medical advice.