Embrace this fragrant citrus oil that lifts you up when illness brings down your mood or energy level. Lime essential oil is also a lymphatic stimulant that works against fluid retention and cellulite.
You will experience lime essential oil’s potency when it banishes any anxiety or discomfort you feel when sickness strikes, even as its antiviral and anti-infection powers strike at your cold or flu. You can also rub it into your belly as part of a massage blend to tackle digestive issues. And oily skin benefits from the astringent and antibacterial properties of lime to reduce acne.
Plant Parts: Fruit Rind
Botanical Family: Rutaceae
Chemical Family: Monoterpenes, Monoterpenols
Country of Origin: South Africa
Method of Extraction: Steam distillation
Cultivation Method: Wild crafted
Aroma: Fresh, Citrus-Rich
Note Classification: Top
Acne: Blend 3 drops lime, 4 drops lavender and 3 drops of rosalina in 1 oz. of Aloe Vera gel or lotion. Apply to affected area only at night because skin sensitization and photosensitivity.
Cleaning: Add lime to your homemade cleaning products.
Cooking: Lime is also used as a lime-flavor agent. It can safely be added to any dish where a touch of lime flavor is desired.
Diffuser: Add some sunshine and happiness to your environment! Kills those nasty germs in the air.
Inhaler: Using a blank inhaler, add 10 drops of lime, 2 drops green mandarin and 1 drop of ylang ylang. This is an excellent way to relieve depression and anxiety.
Massage Oil: Refreshing massage blend to relieve digestive upset, and sore muscles. Reduces cellulite and supports Lymphatic drainage. See Recipes.
Always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil.
Revitalizing Pain Relief Massage Oil
4 drops lime
2 drops clary sage
4 drops lavender
3 drops frankincense (Boswellia sacra)
1 oz. jojoba
Directions: Blend together in a 1 oz bottle. Massage into affected area.
This blend can cause photosensitivity if exposed directly to the strong sun after application. Read safety tab.
Undiluted – can be phototoxic. Don’t use at more than 1% dilution. Avoid direct sun for a few hours following application.
If pregnant, nursing or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician or clinical certified aromatherapist. For external use only. Keep away from mucous membranes & eyes. Test a small amount on skin for allergic reaction. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and small children under the age of five years old.
Always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil.
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