Lime Essential Oil

Botanical Name - Citrus aurantifolia Essence - Lime oil has a sharp, citrus peel smell and is pale yellow to light olive in color. Function - Lime essential oil has many of the same uses as Lemon Oil, but with a lighter, sweeter buoyant scent. The two, blended together, are delightful. This steam distilled (from the peel) version (rather than the cold processed or expressed version) avoids all risk of photosensitivity so is wonderful for skin care. The therapeutic properties of Lime oil are - anti-scorbutic, antiseptic, antiviral, aperitif, bactericidal, febrifuge, restorative and tonic. Usage - Lime oil is useful to cool fevers associated with colds, sore throats and flu and aids the immune system. It eases coughs, bronchitis and sinusitis, as well as asthma. Lime oil can stimulate and refresh a tired mind and helps with depression. It can be helpful for arthritis, rheumatism and poor circulation, and in cases of obesity and cellulite. Lime has an astringent and toning action to clear oily skin and acne, as well as helps with herpes, insect bites and cuts. In vapor therapy Lime oil can be used for - depression and a tired mind. Lime oil can be used as a massage oil or diluted in the bath for - painful muscles and joints, respiratory problems and cellulite. Caution - Non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing if the oil is obtained by steam extraction, yet the oil obtained from cold expression can cause photosensitivity in strong sunshine and can irritate the skin.