Organic Essential Oil - Lemon

Latin name : Citrus Limon

Part of the plant used: fruit peel

Source: Italy

Extraction method: cold expression

Organic lemon essential oil has a strong, fresh scent and is extracted from the peel of fresh lemons through cold pressing. This oil is refreshing to the mind and sharpens concentration, which is why it is often preferred in air fresheners for offices and banks. It is believed to help with rheumatism, arthritis, and gout. It has been used to treat skin problems such as abscesses, boils, carbuncles, and acne. It boosts the immune system and cleanses the body.

When used in an oil burner (a few drops in water), the vapors of lemon oil are used for colds, laryngitis, headaches, and flu. Inhaling the aroma is helpful for mental hiccups such as depression, irritability, stress, lethargy, and fatigue. It lifts the spirits and clears the mind. When a few drops are added to the bath or mixed with a massage oil, it is said to relieve digestive problems, lack of energy, tiredness, infections, obesity, rheumatism, depression, and stress. It is also used to help get rid of hangovers.

The lemon tree is native to India and perhaps China, and was brought to Europe by the Crusaders in the Middle Ages. Because the fruit contains a good amount of vitamins A, B, and C, sailors were given an ounce a day to prevent scurvy, eye problems, and other vitamin deficiencies. The first real cultivation of lemons in Europe began in Genoa in the mid-15th century. Later, it was introduced to the Americas by Christopher Columbus. Spanish conquests helped to further spread lemon seeds. Lemons were primarily used as ornaments and medicine. It was only much later that they began to be used in cooking.