Lime Mexico 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 sharper than most Citrus oils. 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.
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