Lime

Lime 100% - (Citrus aurantifolia)

Lime oil has a sharp, citrus peel smell and is pale yellow to light olive in colour. The Lime is a small evergreen tree with glossy leaves, similar to the Lemon. It has small green fruits from which the rind is used to extract the oil.

Our cold pressed Lime oil is lighter and has a sweeter fragrance than the distilled variety. Like all Citrus be careful about photosensitivity Aromatherapists suggest its use in the treatment of abscesses, acne, asthma, boils, bronchitis, colds, cuts, fever, infections, insect bites, mouth ulcers, nosebleeds and throat infections. The therapeutic properties of Lime oil are antiseptic, antiviral, aperitif, anti-bacterial, restorative and tonic.

Lime oil is useful to cool fevers associated with colds, sore throats and flu and aids the immune system. It eases coughs, bronchitis and sinusitis, as well as asthma. Lime oil can stimulate and refresh a tired mind and helps with depression. Lime has an astringent and toning action to clear oily skin and acne, as well as helps with herpes, insect bites and cuts.