Lemon is
one of many (scented) essential oils used in aromatherapy.
Essential
oils are generally used in very small quantities, e.g. measured as a
small number of drops of the essential oil in a larger quantity of
an appropriate carrier
oil.
Properties*:
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anti-anemic;
antimicrobial;
antirheumatic;
antisclerotic;
antiscorbutic;
antiseptic;
antispasmodic;
antitoxic;
astringent;
bactericidal;
carminative;
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cicatrizant;
depurative;
diaphoretic;
diuretic;
febrifuge;
hemostatic;
hypotensive;
insecticidal;
rubefacient;
tonic;
vermifuge.
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Method of Extraction: |
Cold Expression (from outer part of the fresh peel). |
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Main Constituents: |
limonene, terpinene, pinenes, sabinene, myrcene, citral, linalol,
geraniol, octanol, nonanol, citronellal, bergamotene. |
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From: |
Native to Asia but now grows wild across the Mediterranean region
and is also cultivated worldwide. |
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Where to Buy:
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[No recommended supplier yet.]
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-Cautions apply. Consult aromatherapist or
other appropriately qualified person- |
For more general
information about Aromatherapy see: Aromatherapy, Aromatherapists, Massage, Carrier
Oils, and Business
Development ideas for Therapists.
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As described in Aromatherapy textbooks - this is NOT a medical
product. No medical benefits claimed.
Some essential oils are not safe for use by everyone - consult a
qualified aromatherapist before use. |
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This Section is about
Essential
Oils
(as used in Aromatherapy). _ |
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Non-Aromatherapy
Uses of
Lemon Oil:
Fragrance for soaps, detergents, cosmetics, toilet waters and perfumes.
Also used as flavouring in pharmaceutical and food industries.
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