Lime Essential Oil (distilled), Thailand

Botanical Name:  Citrus aurantifolia

Origin:                  Thailand
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Parts used:           Peel
Color:          Light Green/Yellow
Perfumery Note:  Top             
Consistency:        Thin
Aromatic Description: Fresh Citrusy Sour Aroma
Blends well with: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Carrot Seed, Citronella, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Lemon, Ginger, Juniper Berry, Kaffir Lime, Lavandin, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Nutmeg, Orange, Rose Geranium, Rosemary, Rosewood, Tagetes, Ylang Ylang
Initial Strength:   Medium/Strong
Class:           Monoterpene
          Lime Thailand is also known as Key Lime and is sourer than the sweet Persian type Limes. It is smaller, has a thin peel and the fruit has an intensely sour taste as a juice and flavoring for drinks and foods.
          The essential oil is lighter, fresh, less preferred for aromatic blends and more preferred for applications to the skin than Lime expressed. Today Key Lime is produced mainly in Mexico, Peru, the West Indies (Caribbean Islands) and Thailand while sweet Lime is produced mainly in Florida U.S.and Brazil.
          Lime essential oil is known as a stimulant for the lymphatic system. When combined with a hormone balancing essential oil such as Geranium or Fennel it can be a beneficial in formulations for cellulite.
          In skin care is an astringent and antibacterial used to treat oily acne prone skin. It differs from Orange essential oil in that it reduces the amount of sebum the skin produces. Limes traditionally recommended uses suggest some antiviral antibacterial and disinfectant qualities.
          It also works well against respiratory infections. Lime stimulates the body's immune system by increasing white blood cell production, opens airways and fights infection.
          The aroma of Lime increases production of digestive juices and feelings of hunger. It is useful to treat loss of appetite or anorexia or to diffuse into the air before a large meal.
          Lime essential oil can improve circulation and reduce pain in muscles and joints in rubs.
          In pest control it is a repellent for lice, fleas and other insects.
          Steam Distilled Lime has very low bergaptene and phototoxicity issues. It is not 100% free of bergaptene but it is so low it is not considered a risk.

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Caution: Citrus oils have short shelf lives and can cause skin sensitivity if old or oxidized. Essential oils can be harmful if used improperly. Information is provided for educational purposes only. It is up to the customer to determine if the product is right for their intended purpose. Special consideration should be made before applying essential oils to pregnant women, children or the elderly. If under a doctor's care, please consult the physician before using essential oils. If applying to skin essential oils must be diluted correctly and Aroma & More recommends testing on a small area of skin to check for reaction before attempting a full body massage. Claims have not been evaluated by the FDA.