Lime

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Safe for aromatic use
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Safe for topical use
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Safe for internal use

Oil Category: Single Oil

Family Name: Rutaceae (rue, citrus)

Affects these Body Systems: Digestive system , Immune system , Respiratory system

Usage: Aromatic, Topical, Internal

Contraindications: Phototoxicity

Blends well with: Clary Sage , Lavender , Rosemary , Lemon , Lime , Grapefruit , Tangerine , Wild orange

Element: Fire

Method of the Extraction: Cold Press

Oil Chemical composition: monoterpenes, d limonene, alpha- and beta-pinene, campfen, sabinene, p-cymene, myrcene, bisabolene, dipenten, felandren, candinene, oxides, 1,8 cineol, 1,4 cineol, aldehydes, geranial, neral, citral, citronelal, octanal, nonanal, decantal, laur aldehyde, alcohols, alpha-terpineol, borneol, alpha-fenchol, linalool, coumarins, limetin, furanoids, furfural, garanoxykumarin.

Part of the plant: Pericarp

Aroma: Sweet, sour, Intense, alive

Taste: citrus

Properties:

Antibacterial
Antiseptic
Antiviral
Healing
Revitalizing

Description

Lime – an oil for the taste for life recognized also for its stimulating and refreshing properties, positive effect on mood and emotional balance.
Lime oil is cold pressed from the zest of fresh limes. It has refreshing and energizing properties, in terms of smell and taste. Often used in dishes and drinks for its fresh, citrus taste. Due to its high content of limonene, lime has cleansing effects on the inside of the body and can be diffused to purify the air. It is known for its ability to lift, balance and energize. It is often used in face cleansers and shower gels, as it has cleansing properties and an uplifting smell.
Use in ailments:
* Viruses, cold, flu: internally 1-2 drops in water or tea.
* Breathing problems: apply on your chest and under your nose.
* Injuries: apply to the desired areas. Prevents infection.
* Infection of the neck, oral cavity, intestines, stomach: internally 1-2 drops in a capsule, water, tea.
* Herpes: apply on the desired place.
* Lice: massage diluted into your scalp.
* Depression, anxiety, vague thoughts, memory: by diffusion and apply on your feet.
* Cleaning: removes greasy stains.
Other uses: May help with anxiety, blood pressure, hair breakage, dissolution of cellulite, increased clarity of thoughts, body weakness, energy, gallbladder stones, hair, support of leukocyte formation, liver insufficiency in children, cleansing of the lymphatic system, improvement of memory, nails, nervous states, cleansing of children’s skin, sore throat, cleaning of water and air and inducing feeling of well-being. It is extremely effective with removing chewing gum, stains on wood, oil and greasy spots. It can also brighten pale skin by removing dead skin cells. Lime oil is able to strengthen the skin and connective tissue.