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Lemon (Citrus limon)
Botanical Family: Rutaceae (citrus)
Plant Origin: California, Italy
Extraction Method: Cold pressed from rind. It takes 3,000 lemons to produce 1 kilo of oil!
Medical Properties: Antiseptic (for cleaning), can support immunity, improves memory and relaxation. Rich in limonene.
(Source: ”Chapter 4, Single Oils.” Essential Oils Pocket Reference. Comp. Gary Young. 5th ed. N.p.: Life Science, n.d. 79-80. Print.)
How is It Used?
- Diffuse while your kids are doing homework to help them concentrate.
- Use a couple drops as an all-natural “goo gone” replacer.
- Rub diluted lemon essential oil on varicose veins to promote healthy circulation.
- Add a few drops to a glass spray bottle, fill with water and you have a refreshing room spray.
- Add a drop to a spoonful of coconut oil and freshen your mouth with oil pulling.
Cautions:
Avoid applying to skin that will be exposed to sunlight or UV light within 24 hours.
How to Order Young Living Essential Oils
Further reading:
For 25 DIY health, home and beauty recipes using Lemon Essential Oil, click HERE
For more ways to use Lemon Essential Oil look HERE
Read about the rest of the Every Day Oils:
- Frankincense
- Peppermint
- Lavender
- Lemon
- Thieves
- Joy
- Valor
- Peace & Calming
- Panaway
- Purification
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