Lime 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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antirheumatic;
antiscorbutic;
antiseptic;
antiviral;
aperitif;
bactericidal;
febrifuge;
restorative;
tonic.
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Method of Extraction: |
Cold expression (of the peel of the unripe fruit), or
Steam distillation (of the whole ripe crushed fruit). |
Main Constituents: |
limonene, pinenes, camphene, sabinene, citral, cymene, cineols,
linalol. |
From: |
Cultivated in many places around the world, incl. Central America,
Florida, Europe (Italy). |
Where to Buy: |
[No recommended supplier yet] |
-Cautions apply. Consult an 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
Lime Oil:
Fragrance for soaps, detergents, cosmetics and perfume.
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