Lemon oil
The lemon tree may grow up to 16 feet tall and can bear both flowers and fruit at the same time. The lemon’s essential oil is obtained from the peel of the fruit. Most of the lemon oil sold commercially originates in either Sicily or California, the principal orowing areas for this citrus ‘fi‘ui[. Look for lemon oil that has been cold pressed, since it is generally of the highest quality. Approximately 200 pounds of lemon peel—or 1,500 lemons—are needed to skin and hair care and for the treatment of respiratory tract infections or fatigue. It also has strong antiseptic effects. even when it is inhaled in aromatherapy regimens. Lemon’s fragrance blends well with other citrus scents, peppermint o and eucalyptus oil.
A NATURAL AIR PURIFIER
Here is a quick and easy method for cleaning and disinfecting stale air in the home: Mix these 4 essential oils together and heat them in a diffuser.
8 drops lemon oil
1 drop of clove oil
2 drops thyme oil
1 drop tea-tree oil
Lemon oil
Therapeutic Effect: Lemon oil contains such active ingredients as terpenes and citronellal, which have a strong antiseptic and germicidal effect. It is very helpful for treating infections because it activates the immune system and promotes blood and lymph circulation.
🙤 Storing the oil
Citrus oils are among the least durable essential oils. Always keep them in a small dark-colored bottle in a cool place. Stored correctly, the essential oil will stay fresh or about a year and a half.
🙤 Treating viral infections
For colds, flu or other viral infections, take a warm shower and follow it with a gentle whole-body lemon oil treatment before going sunflower oil and 20-30 drops of lemon oil and rub this
Extra Tip
Lemon oil can help to dispel fatigue, improve circulation and strengthen the body after a long illness. Mix 3 drops of the essential oil in 1 tsp. of sugar or honey. Take this mixture twice a day.
mixture evenly over your skin. Wrap yourself up well in towels or blankets and go
oil will be absorbed by the its antiseptic properties.
🙤 Battling fatigue
Mix 1-2 drops of lemon oil and peppermint oil in a small bowl. Dip a cold, moist linen cloth into the mixture. Lie down and drape the compress across your forehead and temples. Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Within 30 minutes or so, you should begin to feel refreshed and renewed.
🙤 Promoting well-being
Every herb can be said to transmit a “message” to the psyche. Lemon’s message is “I am bringing the sunshine back into your life.” Its varomatic fragrance generally clears the mind, banishes gloomy thoughts and helps to lift one’s spirits.
Use to treat clod, flu, and other infections, digestive upsets, varicose veins, poor appefite and exhaustion
✽ Take Care ✽
When the skin is exposed to intense sunlight, lemon oil has been known to cause pigment spots. Therefore, do not use lemon essential oil or toiletries containing – citrus essential oils or citrus perfumes within 6 hours of ~exposure to the sun.
External use
Applications
♦ Oral hygiene: Place 1-2 drops of lemon oil on your toothbrush before adding the toothpaste. Brush as usual then stir the foam a glass of water to make a gargle. The oil acts as a disinfectant and ill help to brighten your teeth.
♦ Gentle wart removal: Apply 1-2 drops of diluted lemon oil directly to the affected area several times a day for at least 4 weeks. If used regularly, this treatment will help the wart recede and may also prevent future outbreaks.
♦ Hair care: Lemon oil can lighten your hair and give it a healthy sheen. Simply mix 20 drops of the oilinto 1 cup of shampoo, and then wash your hair as directed. This easy treatment works best for people with light-colored hair.
Around the house
♦ A great dishwater: Combine about 10 drops of the oil with I oz.of vinegar, and then add the mixture to your dishwater. The lemon-vinegar mixture works especially well to cut grease on glasses and dishware while scenting your kitchen with lemon’s uplifting aroma. Your nails will be brighter after washing the dishes, too!
Extra Tip
Lemon oil can help to dispel fatigue, improve circulation and strengthen the body after a long illness. Mix 3 drops of the essential oil in 1 tsp. of sugar or honey. Take this mixture twice a day.