Botanical name: Citrus limon
Origin: Italy
Plant part: Peel, cold pressed
Chemical family: Monoterpenes
Main components: d-limonene 65.74%, beta-Pinene 13.29%, y-terpinene 10.63%
Shelf life: suggested 2 years
Aroma: Top note. Citrusy–very fresh, sweet, bright.
Therapeutic properties: analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-depressant, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-spasmodic, astringent, diuretic, cooling, immunostimulant, skin penetrating
Emotional: very uplifting and cleansing, reduces tension, invites one to be happy and promotes a sense of connecting
Suggestions: Add to cream, gels, diffuser, sprays, aromatherapy inhalers, balms, lip balms
Safety: Phototoxic if used at more than 12 drops per ounce of carrier. Best to keep out of sun, tanning bed. If oxidized, can cause skin irritation. Because many trees can be heavily sprayed with pesticides, best to use organic citrus oils distilled from the peels.
Available in 5ml and 15ml euro dropper bottles. 100% essential oil.
*****This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucous membranes. Do not overuse. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body. Consult your doctor or qualified aromatherapist for the safety of using essential oils if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, nursing or if on medications.
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