Lemon essential oil-
 
Latin name: Citrus limon
 
Extraction method: Expressed or steam distilled
 
Parts used: Peel
 
Countries of Origin: Italy, Spain, USA, Brazil, Argentina, Israel
 
Perfumery note: Top
 
Color: Pale yellow, yello to greenish.
 
Aroma: Fresh, light, sweet, lemony, like the squeezed peel.
 
Point of interest: The Egyptians used lemon as an antidote for bad meat of fish poisoning. (Sellar).  Was a treatment for scurvy.
 
Properties: Contact an aromatherapist.
 
Energetics:  Chakras-Solar plexus.  TCM-cooling and drying. Strengthens and calms the Shen. (Holmes)  Lemon oil tonifies the Wood Element. (Battaglia)
 
Blends well with:  Florals-Chamomile, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Ylang Ylang.  Resins of Benzoin, Frankincense.  Woods of Juniper, Sandalwood.  Others-Cardamom, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Ginger.
 
Mode of application:  Bath, topical, salve, inhalation, diffusion.  
 
Safety information:  Non-toxic, non-irritant.  Sensitization can occur in some individuals.  DO NOT USE ON SKIN BEFORE SUN EXPOSURE.  Expressed Lemon oil is phototoxic.  Sensitizing if oxidized. Keep in the fridge.  Max dermal use is 2.0% (Tisserand & Young).
 
Disclaimer: This information is intended for education purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA. This information may not be complete or fully accurate. This information is not intended to cure, diagnose, prevent or treat disease. As with all essential oils, always dilute prior to using topically and please perform a skin patch test prior to using. Essential oils, if used internally, should be under the direction of a qualified practitioner in Aromatic Medicine. Always seek the advise of a qualified, trained aromatherapist. Don't ever hesitate to ask about the education of the Aromatherapist. Keep out of the reach of children.