Lime Essential Oil

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100% Pure & Natural Lime Essential Oil Botanical Name: citrus aurantifolia High in vitamin-C, Lime essential oil, when blended with an unscented skin care products, improves the ap pearance of acne and congested skin. It has an uplifting aroma that aids in clearing your mind and alertness. Uses of Lime Essential Oil Mix with water to create a nice, crisp cleaning spray for counter tops. Add a few drops to your unscented, natural face moisturizer (or Jojoba Oil) and apply to hydrate dry skin and improve the appearance of acne, blemishes and congested skin. Mix with Eucalyptus Lemon and Neem oil to create an effective bug repellent. (DO NOT USE Neem Oil if pregnant or trying to conceive, including men.) Add 8-10 drops of Lime oil to your aromatherapy diffusor or vaporizer to lighten the mood of a stressful room. Background & Details This oil is sourced from Mexico History and Background Back in the day, explorers and sailors would ensure their cargo included large amounts of lime, as it appeared to be effective as a remedy aginst scurvy and other skin problems. Limes can be found in most warm weather climates, however, the fruit is indigenous to Southeast Asia. Physical Description Lime essential oil is pale yellow or olive-green in color. Aromatic Description Its aroma is fresh and sweet-citrusy. Biological Makeup and Components Limonene, pinenes, camphene, sabinene, citral, cymene, cineols and linalol. Expressed peel oil also contains coumarins. Extraction Technique Steam distillation of whole ripe crushed fruit Information for Aromatherapists Lime is a top note, blending well with Neroli, Citronella, Lavender, Lavandin, Rosemary, Clary Sage, Juniper, Fir and other citrus oils. Safety Info Our Lime essential oil is 100% pure and natural. It is free of any chemicals, pesticides, synthetic perfumes, fillers, or carrier oils. Cautions Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Avoid sun exposure if you've applied this oil topically, even if diluted. Any person with a history of plant or food allergies should read ingredients before using. For external use only. Do not ingest. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have cancer, have liver issues, or any other serious illness, we strongly suggest you consult a medical professional prior to using this essential oil. Always keep essential oils out of reach of children. Keep this oil tightly closed and in room temperature or cooler spot. Additional Safety Information National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Essential Oil Safety Information from University of Minnesota Read: Essential Oil Safety from Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young Show more