Certified Organic
Fragrance: Fresh, sweet, the aroma of a fresh lime.
Common Uses: This essential oil is useful during the cold and flu seasons, comes with benefits for the skin and hair, can uplift the mood, and can purify the air, removing unwanted odours.
When applied externally, Lime Essential Oil can clear acne by acting as a tightening and toning astringent that reduces the amount of oil production, while helping to promote cell turnover in the process. These qualities can also help reduce cellulite, wrinkles, and scars. The lime essential oil may have some antiseptic properties, and it can treat infections and might even protect against their development. More specifically, it can prevent tetanus if you are wounded by iron.
When consumed, it can effectively help to treat some infections which may include infections of the throat, mouth, colon, stomach, intestines, and urinary system. It can be effective in curing sores, gangrene, psoriasis, ulcers, rashes, carbuncles, and other similar problems. It can be used to treat viral infections of the respiratory system, including bronchitis. It can also be effective in fighting other viral infections which may include flu, mumps, coughs, colds, and measles.
Cold pressed oils are said to provide a crispier, cleaner aroma.
Plant Part: Fruit / Rind
Method: Cold compression
Precautions: Phototoxic (avoid light).
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