LEMON ESSENTIAL OIL
A bright, cleansing citrus essential oil traditionally valued for immune support, circulation, skin care, and emotional wellbeing.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Citrus limon
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: Southern China
Method of Extraction: Cold pressed from the fruit rind
Note: Top
Colour: Pale yellow
Aroma: Fresh, sharp, citrus
About This Essential Oil
Lemon Essential Oil is one of the most widely used citrus oils in aromatherapy. Traditionally valued for its cleansing, uplifting, and immune-supportive properties, Lemon has long been used to promote vitality, refresh the mind, and support overall wellbeing. Its bright aroma makes it a popular choice for both personal and household use.
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports immune wellbeing
• Popular for skin care and cleansing formulations
• Traditionally valued for circulation and lymphatic support
• Refreshing and uplifting citrus aroma
• Encourages mental clarity and focus
• Traditionally used to support respiratory health
History
In Spain and other European countries, Lemon was regarded as a natural cure-all, particularly during times of infectious illness. It was traditionally used for fevers such as malaria and typhoid and became famous for helping prevent scurvy among sailors on long sea voyages.
One of Lemon oil's most valued traditional properties is its ability to stimulate the body's natural defence mechanisms. It has long been used to support recovery from infections, assist wound care, help stop minor bleeding, and support healthy acid balance within the body.
Main Chemical Components
87% Monoterpenes, 3% Aliphatic Aldehydes
Properties
• Anti-anaemic
• Antimicrobial
• Antirheumatic
• Anti-sclerotic
• Antiseptic
• Antispasmodic
• Astringent
• Bactericidal
• Carminative
• Cicatrisant
• Depurative
• Diaphoretic
• Diuretic
• Febrifuge
• Haemostatic
• Hypotensive
• Insecticide
• Rubefacient
• Tonic
• Vermifuge
• Immune-stimulant
Traditional Uses
• Head & Mouth Care – Traditionally used for laryngitis and mouth ulcers.
• Skin – Traditionally valued for boils, broken capillaries, carbuncles, bruises, oily skin, herpes, ageing skin, wrinkles, warts, verrucas, acne, and dull or discoloured skin.
• Muscular System – Traditionally used for arthritis, rheumatism, and gout.
• Nervous System – Traditionally valued for mental clarity, fatigue, concentration, and decision making.
• Circulatory System – Traditionally used for anaemia, chilblains, poor circulation, varicose veins, thread veins, broken capillaries, nosebleeds, gout, and healthy blood pressure support.
• Lymphatic System – Traditionally valued for cellulite, obesity support, and lymphatic congestion.
• Respiratory System – Traditionally used for asthma, catarrh, colds, influenza, bronchitis, and immune support.
• Digestive System – Traditionally valued for gastric acidity, flatulence, digestive wellbeing, and supporting healthy metabolism.
• Urinary System – Traditionally used for kidney stones and as a mild diuretic.
• Other – Traditionally valued as supportive care following childbirth.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Uplifting and refreshing
• Encourages emotional balance
• Traditionally valued for depression and low mood
• Supports memory and mental alertness
• Helpful during stress, agitation, and indecision
• Encourages optimism, confidence, and clarity
• Traditionally used during emotional turmoil and mental fatigue
Blends Well With
Bergamot, Grapefruit, Orange, Neroli, Marjoram, Rosemary, Geranium, Cypress, Black Pepper, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Thyme, Ginger, Rose, Sandalwood, and Ylang Ylang.
Health & Safety
• Phototoxic – avoid direct sunlight or UV exposure after topical application.
• May irritate sensitive skin.
• Always dilute appropriately before topical use.
• For external use only.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
