Lemon essential oil: properties and all uses

The properties and uses of lemon essential oil for well-being, beauty and aromatherapy.

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The properties and uses oflemon essential oil for wellness, beauty and aromatherapy.

THElemon essential oil it is obtained from lemon peel and is an essence that boasts numerous properties: it is antibacterial, improves circulation, stimulates the nervous system. Let's see in detail all the properties and all uses of lemon essential oil and how to use it for wellness and beauty but also for ecological cleaning and in the kitchen.

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The properties of lemon essential oil

THElemon essential oil it is extracted by squeezing, distillation or solvent extraction from the lemon peel, the fruit of Citrus limon. L'lemon essence, in addition to being intensely and pleasantly scented, it has numerous properties.

Like most essential oils, lemon essential oil also has antibacterial and antiviral properties which make it an excellent ally against coughs, colds and flu states but also to purify domestic environments.
In addition, the essential oil has digestive properties and carminative useful in case of difficult digestion, nausea and abdominal bloating.
Thanks to the antibacterial, astringent and antioxidants lemon essential oil is an excellent ally to counteract the effects of aging in impure skin or skin with excess sebum or acne.
Another property of lemon essential oil is to promote blood circulation, useful in case of cellulite, water retention, to counteract the sense of heaviness in the lower limbs. For his benefits on circulation, the essential oil of lemon represents a valid natural remedy also in case of chilblains and hemorrhoids, problems associated with poor blood circulation.
Traditionally, lemon essential oil is used to strengthen the brittle nails, which break and flake easily.
Also used in aromatherapy for its stimulating properties on the nervous system, it seems that this essence is able to promote concentration in study and work and improve mood and physical and mental resistance to stress.

Lemon essential oil can be purchased at a herbalist's shop and costs around 10-15 euros for 10 milliliters of product. Like all essential oils, it should be stored in a cool place, away from direct sources of heat and light and should be consumed within the expiration date.

All uses of lemon essential oil

THElemon essential oil it can be used both internally and externally and can also be diffused in environments.

External use

'Sexternal use lemon essential oil should never be used pure but always diluted. It is possible to disperse a drop of essential oil in a teaspoon of Aloe vera gel: the aloe gel enriched with lemon essential oil is useful for strengthening the capillaries if you suffer from couperose and is an effective natural remedy in case of oily skin that has excess sebum and impurities.

Always externally, lemon essential oil can be used after diluting a few drops in a vegetable oil, such as sweet almond, sunflower or olive oil: the doses are about 10 drops of lemon essential oil for each tablespoon of vegetable oil. The oil enriched with lemon essential oil can be used to massage the legs and buttocks useful for promoting circulation, preventing the appearance of capillaries and improving water retention and cellulite.

THEmassage oil with olive oil and lemon essential oil it is also great for the hands and feet as it strengthens brittle nails and soothes the pain and discomfort caused by chilblains.

Massaged on the back and chest, the oil with lemon essential oil can help in case of colds and coughs, especially when combined with balsamic essential oils such as those of eucalyptus, mint, thyme or rosemary.

Beware of sun exposure in the twenty-four hours after applying lemon essential oil to the skin, as this essence is photosensitizing and exposure to UV rays can cause sunburn.

Internal use

Internally, lemon essential oil is taken to promote digestion and fight abdominal swelling, adding one or two drops to a teaspoon of honey or a sugar cube: be careful not to exceed the doses.

Lemon essential oil sold as dietary supplement it can also be used in the kitchen to flavor biscuits, cakes and jams.

Use in aromatherapy

Lemon essential oil finds also used in aromatherapy: a dozen drops in the classic or ultrasound diffuser pleasantly perfume the environment, promote good mood and concentration and improve breathing.

Use for ecological cleaning

Finally, lemon essential oil is a natural ingredient that can be used for preparation of ecological detergents: by adding 20-30 drops of lemon essence to each glass of alcohol or white wine vinegar, an antibacterial and fragrant detergent can be prepared in a few minutes, effective for cleaning ceramic floors, bathroom fixtures and taps.

The external and internal use of lemon essential oil is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding and obviously in case of ascertained sensitivity to the substances contained therein.

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