Organic Lemon Essential Oil 15ml
| Article number: | POM-EO-LEM-1008 |
| Availability: | In stock (5) |
Airborne deodorizer, Antibacterial, Immune system stimulant, Astringent, and so much more
ORIGINS
Botanical family: Rutaceae
Plant Part: Rind, organic
Processed: Cold Pressed
Chemical family: Monoterpenes
Aroma: Citrusy, tart, fresh, fruity
Note: Top
CHEMISTRY & SAFETY
CHEMISTRY: Lemon (Citrus limon) has a high percentage of d-limonene (Monoterpene) which has been researches to be analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiobesity, antioxidant, antitumoral, antiulcerogenic, immune-stimulant, activates white blood cells, and is a skin penetration enhancer.
SAFETY: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. Phototoxic (may cause skin discoloration if exposed to UV rays, natural or artificial). Avoid sunlight for 12 hours after applying topically. May cause skin irritation, especially if the oil is past its “best by” date. Use in low dilution (1%) when applying to the skin, such as in bath or massage oils. Keep out of reach of children.
PROPERTIES
Antidepressant: to prevent and alleviate
Anti-inflammatory: alleviates inflammation and redness
Antiseptic: to combat germs and infections
Antispasmodic: relieves spasms and cramps
Antiviral
Astringent: tightens and contracts tissue
Bactericidal
Cooling
Diuretic: fluid reduction (relieves swelling)
Immune System Stimulant
HOW TO USE
Diffuse in an ultrasonic diffuser during the winter months. Lemon is like aromatic sunshine! It is uplifting and promotes positive, happy energy. At the same time, you are killing bacteria in the air and building your immune system during cold and flu season.
SAFETY: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Always dilute essential oils before applying to the skin and keep away from mucous membranes. If the oil is past it’s “use by” date or stored improperly, it may cause irritation and lose therapeutic value.
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We are not doctors or medical professionals.
We are passionate about aromatherapy and all things healthy and natural. We also believe strongly in the safe use of essential oils. Safety recommendations are based on Essential Oil Safety, 2nd Edition, Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young, 2014.