Lemon Essential Oil
I love lemons and the smell of lemons. Last winter I got a whole box of Meyer lemons in the mail as a barter with a friend. They were one of the most wonderful things about my whole winter.
One lemon tree can produce maybe 200 lbs. of fruit in one year which will yield about 1 lb. of essential oil-– that’s approximately fifteen hundred lemons to make one pound of oil!
Benefits of lemon essential oil
- Beneficial for stomach ailments, particularly indigestion, acidity, upset stomach, and cramps.
- Calming and effective for the treatment of stress. It can improve alertness and concentration and help remove mental fatigue and tiredness.
- Helps to treat insomnia.
- Boosts the immune system and improves circulation.
- Clears nasal passages and sinuses.
- An astringent and detoxifier so great for skin care.
- Cleanses the liver; this works well when diluted in a carrier oil and massaged into the belly area.
- Can bring relief in an ear infection by releasing fluids from the ear.
- Supports the lymphatic system and relieves pressure on the lymph nodes.
- air freshener
- Effective to cleanse and sanitize surfaces
Blends Well With
Benzoin, chamomile, cistus, elemi, eucalyptus, fennel, frankincense, geranium, juniper, lavender, neroli, oakmoss, rose, sandalwood, ylang ylang. (From Mountain Rose Herbs)
Cautions:
It should not be used undiluted directly on the skin as it can cause skin irritation. It should be diluted in a carrier oil with 5 drops or less to a tsp of oil. Lemon is also a citrus oil and can cause sensitivity to the sun, so it should not be used on the skin in the presence of sunlight.
Remember essential oils are a very potent form of the plant and should not be used directly on the skin or ingested internally without the guidance of a trained aromatherapist.
Jennifer
For more information see these articles:
http://www.suzannebovenizer.com/aromatherapy-essential-oils/lemon
http://www.organicfacts.net/organic-oils/natural-essential-oils/health-benefits-of-lemon-oil.html
For my Pinterest board on Essential oils go here.
Shared at Wildcrafting Wednesday, Wellness Wednesday.
