Ancient Apothecary Lemon Essential Oil
For topical, aromatherapy or dietary purposes.
Note: Statements with daggers refer to internal use. All others refer to aromatic or topical use.
Versatility of uses with cleansing, purifying, and invigorating properties—that’s what makes lemon oil a favorite!
Lemons are one of the most popular citrus fruits in the world and contain naturally occurring limonene, one of many powerful plant compounds known as terpenes. Limonene is an orange terpene, and terpenes are found in essential oils, particularly citrus oils, which are often used in aromatherapy, fragrances and to naturally flavor food.
Limonene occurs within the rind of the lemon. Like other citrus fruits, lemon oil possesses a large amount of limonene, which gives it its distinct, invigorating aroma.
Interestingly enough, lemon essential oil can be both stimulating and calming.
And get this: It’s said to take up to 45 lemons to produce a 15mL bottle of lemon essential oil.
General Directions for Use:
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in a diffuser.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in at least 4 fluid ounces of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with a carrier oil of your choice to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Cautions: Possible skin sensitivity. Consult your physician before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or if you have a medical condition. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, and sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children.
For topical, aromatherapy or dietary purposes.
Note: Statements with daggers refer to internal use. All others refer to aromatic or topical use.
Lemon oil uses:
- Diffuse to promote a positive mood.
- Naturally cleanses and purifies the air and surfaces
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Naturally cleanses the body and aids in digestion†
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Take internally (a drop or two in an empty supplement capsule OR a drop or two in 4 ounces of water) to assist with seasonal respiratory discomfort.†
- Use as a furniture polish—just add a few drops to olive oil to clean, protect and shine wood finishes.
- To preserve and protect leather furniture and other leather surfaces or garments, use a cloth soaked in lemon oil to rub them down.
- Add lemon oil to spray bottle of water to clean tables, countertops and other surfaces.
- Use lemon oil for the early stages of tarnish on silver and other metals.
- To remove stubborn sticky residue on surfaces, put lemon oil on a rag and wipe surfaces.
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To remove grease after changing the oil in an automobile, wash hands with lemon oil.
Lemon oil blends well with many other essential oils, including lavender oil, rose oil, peppermint oil, sandalwood oil, tea tree oil and geranium oil, which is one reason why lemon essential oil is a popular oil to use aromatically for aromatherapists and herbalists.
