Parts Used
Fruit peel
Botanical Name
Citrus aurantifolia
Extraction Method
Cold pressed
Note Classification
Top
Aroma
Tart, sweet citrus
Properties
Antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, aperitif, bactericidal, disinfectant, febrifuge, haemostatic, restorative and tonic substance.
Overview
Lime has similar uses as Lemon oil.
Blends Well With
Citronella, clary sage, lavender, neroli, nutmeg, rosemary, vanilla, ylang ylang
Herbal Miscellany
In folklore Lime oil is believed to cleanse and renew the spirit and mind.
Precautions
Oil Specific: Phototoxic.
General: As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. 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 (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.
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This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
