Details
Botanical Name
Citrus limon / (L.) Burm. f.
Benefits and Qualities
Lemon essential oil is a classic among classics. A general stimulant, it is frequently chosen in cases of repetitive infection. It regulates the liver function and is not lacking in astringent and wound-healing qualities. In the area of air quality, it is an excellent antiseptic, a therapeutic guide book all by itself. Synergies: citrus, eucalyptus radiata, Scots pine, ravensara, orange, thyme.
Production
Essential oil obtained by expression of the fresh rind of the fruit of citrus limon (L.) Burm. f. (Rutaceaes)
The Plant
Originating in China or India, lemon slipped along the spice roads toward the Middle East. Alexander's Greeks called it ""the Medic apple,"" referring to the Medes of what is now Iran. It was also included in the travels of Christopher Columbus and easily conquered the New World. Its unparalleled fragrance, the multitude of its usages and benefits, as much culinary as aromatherapeutic, assures lemon a place of honour and distinction.
Caution
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Keep away from children. Slightly photosensitising - do not expose yourself to sunlight for 12 hours after using.
Principes aromatiques
Limonene, gamma-terpinene, beta-pinene, citral.
Parfume-Creation
Fresh, striking odour of lemon, very typical. A classic among essential oils. Unlimited applications. Fresh energetic in fantasia perfumes, stamps its brand on Eau de Cologne notes.
Description olfactive
Head note. Fresh odour; zesty, citric.
Application
For the Bath, Diffusers, Inhalation, Massage
Olfactory Family
Fruity
Virtues
Relax
Lunar Phases
First quarter