Lemon essential oil (Citrus limon)

Botanical Family : Rutaceae

Method of extraction: cold expression of the peel of the fruit

Description:

Lemons and lemon essential oil have been used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat a wide spectrum of health conditions for at least 1,000 years.

Lemon oil is one of the most popular citrus essential oils because of its versatility and powerful antioxidant properties.

The health benefits of lemon essential oil have been well-established scientifically. Lemon is best known for its ability to cleanse toxins from the body, and it’s widely used to stimulate lymphatic drainage, rejuvenate energy, purify skin, and fight bacteria and fungi.

Therapeutic Actions/Properties:

Antidepressant . Anti-fungal . Antimicrobial . Anti-rheumatic . Antiseptic .

Safety: 

Phototoxic so should not be used on the skin prior to exposure to the sunlight or sunbed for 12 hours.

Caution:

For external use only. Always dilute before applying to skin. Avoid direct sunlight after topical use, as citrus oils may increase sun sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult a healthcare professional before use.