Want to “get BLENDING” with COOLING Lime Essential Oil? Who wouldn’t? It’s sharp citrus aroma smells like candy and resonates SUMMER TIME!
Lime is…
- Emotionally uplifting
- Cooling (helps with redness and swelling)
- Astringent (for oily skin, and fluid reduction – swelling)
- Cold/Flu Remedy (contains small % of oxides for respiratory relief)
CHEMISTRY
Lime consists of almost 50% d-limonene, a smaller molecule (Monoterpene) that enhances the absorption rate of a topical blend. Similar to other citrus peel oils, It is emotionally uplifting, increases circulation when topically applied, and is a natural airborne deodorizer.
Unlike other citrus oils, Lime stands out on its own because it contains a small amount of Oxide molecules, making it a good addition to cold and flu blends. Adding it to a chest rub will help the blend absorb faster, but also contribute to respiratory health at the same time. Our Lime is steam distilled, which means that it is NOT PHOTOTOXIC and makes it ideal for use in skin care products (lotions, lip balms, etc.) It also consists of some Monoterpenols, a chemical family of skin-friendly molecules.
WHAT IS PHOTOTOXICITY? This is a huge topic all by itself that I will go into more detail about later, but for now you should know that most cold pressed citrus oils will make skin more susceptible to sunburn when exposed to both natural or artificial light. Sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) is a rare exception to this. Again, our Lime is NOT cold pressed so it is not phototoxic.
How To Use Lime Essential Oil:
Cleaning and deodorizing – I keep a bottle of Lime essential oil in my kitchen at all times. I like to add a drop to my dishwasher before each cycle, a drop in my kitchen sponge holder, trash can, food disposal, mop bucket, etc.
Lime Counter Spray:
1 ounce Organic Castile Liquid Soap
40 drops Lime essential oilAllow the oil and soap to blend before topping off the bottle with water. This recipe is meant for an average counter spray bottle (usually about 16-24 ounces).
Skin care – oily skin types will benefit from Lime’s astringent (skin tightening) properties. Like other citrus oils, it’s high Monoterpene content makes it an absorption enhancer and helps a blend act faster (while also allowing the skin to “breathe”). You have a winning combination if using Organic Virgin Coconut oil as a carrier, since it also absorbs quickly without residue. Here are some good recipes to try:
Oily Skin Serum:
In a 1 ounce serum bottle with Jojoba, add
2 drops Tea Tree
2 drops Lavender
2 drop Lime
Apply every evening before bed time. While it may seem wrong to put oil on oily skin, Jojoba oil is actually a liquid wax that chemically matches our own skin sebum. It works to balance our own natural sebum production, whether it is overactive (oily) or underactive (dry).
Cooling Summer Mister
For hot flashes, or if you are just simply hot!
In a 2 ounce Glass Spritzer Bottle, add
6 drops Lavender
8 drops Clary Sage
6 drops Lime
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before administering essential oils.