Lemon Oil

citris limonum

Warning
- Lemon, like most citrus oils, can cause your skin
to become more sensitive to sunlight.
It is best avoided as a bath or massage oil
if you plan on heading for the beach soon after.

ACTIONS
Medicinal Properties
antiseptic
antiviral
decongestant
expectorant
stimulating

Active Ingredients
Monoterpenes - These are responsible
for lemon oil's antiseptic and stimulating actions.
They provide an expectorant and decongestant properties.
Lemon oil's principle monoterpene is limonene, which
accounts for approximately 70% of its constituents.
Aldehydes - Aldehydes such as the citral and geranial
in lemon give it its light, yet sharp odor.
Citral can be a powerful irritant,
but in lemon oil, it's tempered by limonene.
Furocoumarins - Lemon oil contains tiny,
but active quantities of furocoumarins,
which can cause sensitivity to sunlight.
To avoid any adverse skin reactions,
do not use the oil before sunbathing.

Stimulating Circulation
Lemon oil helps stimulate circulation, making it an ideal
massage oil for people who suffer from high blood pressure
and who are at risk of heart disease.
It helps boost energy levels as well.

*Add a few drops of yarrow to your lemon oil.
This massage blend will help make the blood more fluidic.

*Add a drop of lavender or chamomile oil to the blend,
so the recipient can benefit from a relaxing scent.









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