Introduction about Lime Essential Oil:
Lime is one of the four main cultivated species of citrus fruits in the world. It is widely planted in Europe, Africa and America. There are two major categories: sour lime and sweet lime, with many varieties. The flesh is quite sour and high in vitamin C.
Lime essential oil is cold-pressed from fresh peels. Its fragrance is both energetic and refreshing, and it can slow down skin aging and enhance its defense. In addition, Lime essential oil is also known for its ability to enhance positive emotions, balance and stimulate the body and mind. Lime essential oil is high in limonene, which has natural cleansing properties and can freshen the air when diffused.
Main chemical components: limonene, β-pinene, γ-terpinene
Lime Essential Oil in Aromatherapy
Lime's astringent, toning and refreshing properties can purify greasy skin and are said to stop bleeding from cuts and general injuries.
- Lime essential oil can be used to lower body temperature in cases of colds, sore throats and fevers associated with influenza. It relieves coughs, chest congestion, mucous membrane inflammation and sinusitis. It is a tonic for the immune system, reducing the chance of infection, shortening the weakness after illness, and quickly regaining energy.
- Like most citrus essential oils, lime can stimulate the digestive system. It can help people with anorexia because it stimulates the secretion of digestive juices, which in turn stimulates the appetite.
- It can treat some symptoms of alcoholism and has a cleansing and restorative effect. It is well known to help with rheumatic pain.
- Exposure to strong sunlight after use may cause skin sensitivity to photosensitivity and may also irritate sensitive skin.
How to Use Helichrysum Essential Oil?
- Diffuse: Use three to four drops in a vaporizer.
- Topical: Apply one to two drops diluted with fractionated coconut oil to desired areas to reduce skin sensitivity.
Common Recipes
- Green Rejuvenation Formula for the Heart Chakra
3 drops of Lime + 5 drops of Bergamot + 5 drops of Damascus Rose + 2 drops of Bourbon Geranium + 4 drops of Balsam Fir + 1 drop of Angelica dahurica Root + 2 drops of Patchouli. This essential oil can be used for fragrance diffusion, or diluted with vegetable oil, massaged on the chest or used as a personal scent to give the heart chakra more power of love. - Formula to remove odor and increase protection
5 drops of lime essential oil, 4 drops of tea tree essential oil, 4 drops of lemon essential oil, use a water oxygen machine or diffuser to diffuse, either individually or in combination.
Contraindications
- May cause skin sensitivity, please keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or receiving medical treatment, please consult a doctor before use. Avoid contact with eyes, ears and sensitive parts.
- Reminder: Citrus essential oils are highly volatile, it is recommended that you use them as soon as possible and do not store them for too long. Essential oils are extracted by cold pressing, if there is precipitation, it is normal, please use it with confidence. (Please avoid direct sunlight or ultraviolet rays within 12 hours after use).
