Lemon Oil (Citrus limonum),
Lemon Oil has a fresh and invigorating scent, it is extracted from lemon peel. The essential oil of lemon is said to have a frequency of 91 MHz.
Therapeutic Benefits Of Lemon Oil
Lemon Oil has extensive therapeutic properties for the mind, body, and emotions.
Mental Benefits Of Lemon Essential Oil
One of the things I found fascinating about the essential oil of lemon when I began studying aromatherapy 30 years ago was how Japan would diffuse lemon oil in their factories to boost work performance and productivity.
In one study of Inhalation Of Essential Oils we see how memory in work performance and word recall is improved with the inhalation of lemon oil compared to sandalwood and kusunoki oil.
Lemon essential oil has also been shown in medical studies to improve task performance in those with Alzheimer’s. It is a natural motivator and mood enhancer.
Lemon is a great clarifier that can help keep us focused and aligned with our self and purpose.
Physiological Benefits Of Lemon Oil
Lemon essential oil which is extracted from lemon peel is widely known as anti-bacterial, antiseptic, astringent, and antioxidant. Citrus lemon is used widely in many body care and body washes, as well as in many natural household cleaning products, as well as skincare products and perfumes.
Lemon helps boost and support the immune system and can act as an aid in balancing sugar levels in diabetics.
The essential oil of lemon is also a natural tonic and detoxifier, can help support the lymphatic system, used as an aid to help treat cellulitis.
Lemon oil can help treat warts and verrucas, dab a cotton bud of oil into the center of the wart or verruca (carefully avoiding the rest of the skin).
Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Use Of Lemon Oil
Pharmacological use of citrus lemon has included lemon’s links with being anti-oxidative, antiulcer, antihelmintic, insecticidal, anticancer, cytotoxic, and estrogenic activities.
Skincare And Body Care Products
Lemon and Coriander by NYR Organics
This natural deodorant is made from lemon, lime, grapefruit, coriander, clove, and lavender essential oils.
A gentle and effective natural deodorant spray for underams.
Citrus Shower Gel
is a zingy foaming shower gel from NYR Organics that helps refresh your mind and body when you cleanse your body.
Ingredients include Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder.
Citrus Hand Softener
is a refreshing nourishing balm made of Orange, Lemon and Grapefruit Oil blended with avocado, blackcurrant seed, cocoa, and shea butter.
DIY Nail Varnish Remover
Dr Axe offers a simple natural toxic-free nail varnish remover recipe; which is a blend of apple cider vinegar, sweet orange, grapefruit and lemon oil.
Safe And Effective Use Of Lemon Essential Oil
It is important to use all essential oils safely and effectively, if you have any medical challenges always consult a qualified aromatherapist.
LEMON OIL CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Avoid using lemon on infants and babies.
Avoid applying to the skin before sun exposure, or sunbathing.
Avoid if pregnant or nursing.
