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LIME – Citrus Aurantifolia
Essential oil of lime is produced in two ways: steam distillation and cold expression. All parts of the lime are widely used throughout the world in cooking. Lime is utilized in the soft drinks and food industry and in perfumes, aftershaves, and deodorants. Lime is indigenous to Asia and was introduced into Europe by Arabian traders, and then into the Americas by the Spanish, probably earlier than the sixteenth century.
Regular: 500₹
Sale: 300₹
Size: 15 mL
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- Type of Plant
Thorned evergreen tree growing to around 15 feet high with dark glossy leaves, creamcolored flowers, and small green fruits
- Part used
Fruit rind
- Method of extraction
Steam distillation / cold expression
- Data
Essential oil of lime is produced in two ways: steam distillation and cold expression. All parts of the lime are widely used throughout the world in cooking. Lime is utilized in the soft drinks and food industry and in perfumes, aftershaves, and deodorants. Lime is indigenous to Asia and was introduced into Europe by Arabian traders, and then into the Americas by the Spanish, probably earlier than the sixteenth century.
- Principal places of production
Mexico, Peru, India, Brazil
- When buying look for
A colorless to greenish-yellow liquid with a typically fresh, fruity, tangy, citrus aroma
- Therapeutic properties
Anthelmintic, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, cholagogue, depurative, digestive, restorative
- Therapeutic uses
Digestive problems, loss of appetite, detoxifying, cellulite, throat infection, tonsillitis, sore throat, influenza, lethargy, chronic fatigue, mental exhaustion, intestinal parasites
- Blends well with
Bay (West Indian), benzoin, black pepper, cardamom, citronella, clary sage, cypress, elemi, eucalyptus peppermint, geranium, fragonia, frankincense, ginger, juniper berry, lavandin, lemon, manuka, myrtle, nutmeg, orange (sweet), pimento berry, rose absolute, rosemary, sage (Greek), tangerine, tuberose, turmeric, vanilla, vetiver, ylang ylang
- Precautionary advice
Expressed lime oil is a photosensitizer; do not apply to the skin prior to sun exposure. Distilled lime oil is a nonphotosensitizer. GRAS status.
Directions for Use
Diffusion
Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use
Dilute one drop in four fluid ounces of liquid.
Topical Use
Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with a carrier oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
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