
Citrus limon
Family: Rutaceae (citrus)
Lemon and all citrus oils are cold processed to extract the essential oils from the peel. Lemon is one of the most universal essential oils as it can be used for anything from air purification to brightening the complexion to fighting cancer. A day does not go by that I do not use my lemon essential oil.
Family: Rutaceae (citrus)
Lemon and all citrus oils are cold processed to extract the essential oils from the peel. Lemon is one of the most universal essential oils as it can be used for anything from air purification to brightening the complexion to fighting cancer. A day does not go by that I do not use my lemon essential oil.
Application
- diffuse and inhale
- apply to the skin with a carrier oil either to area of concern or bottoms of the feet
- add to personal care products
- add to cleaning products
- G.R.A.S (generally regarded as safe for internal consumption)
- add to water to purify
Beauty Care
- removes dead skin cells leaving the complexion looking clean and bright
- dissolves cellulite when rubbed into the skin (I would use body butter as the carrier)
- strengthens and hardens finger nails
- naturally lightens hair, while also removing residues, dirt and grime from hair follicles
Cleaning and Laundry
- disinfectant
- add to some vinegar to clean pesticides and residue off of produce
- cleanses the air when diffused
- cuts grease
- removes sticky adhesive and gum
- furniture and floor polish
- stain remover
- sanitizes
- Lemon is a must have in my laundry for removing stains, disinfecting and leaving my clothing smelling fresh and clean. I add 10 drops to 1 cup of vinegar and place in the fabric softener cup in my washer.
Medicinal Uses
- anemia
- autism
- anxiety
- asthma
- brain injurty
- cold
- sore throat and infections
- fever reducer
- food poisoning
- digestion
- gout
- heartburn
- aids concentration and memory
- gout
- gallstones
- kidney stones
- liver support
- lymph cleansing
- malaria
- mumps
- nerves and nervous system
- overeating
- depression
- stress relief
- varicose veins
- intestinal parasites
- rheumatism
- urinary tract infection
- immune booster
- improved energy
- aids respiratory systems
- scurvy
Cautions
Lemon can be a phototoxic so avoid direct sunlight for 12 hours after using on skin. Can be a skin irritant so always patch test before using and dilute with a carrier oil.