Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Lime
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- Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)
Lime oil comes from the rind of the fruits of Citrus aurantifolia or Citrus medica trees. It has a fruity citrus scent. It has an antiseptic effect.
Properties[edit | edit source]
Circulatory[edit | edit source]
Improves circulation.
Emotional[edit | edit source]
Soothes anxiety and depression.
Pain[edit | edit source]
Relieves arthritis, rheumatism, muscle and joint pain.
Respiratory[edit | edit source]
Alleviates asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis and coughs.
Skin[edit | edit source]
Improves acne and herpes.
Caution[edit | edit source]
- Don't expose the skin to sunlight after using lime oil.
- Lime oil may irritate the skin.