Organic Lime Essential Oil

(Citrus aurantifolia)

Organic Whole Peel-Cold Pressed

Cherished for its sweet and fresh aroma, this exotic oil is a favourite among aroma therapists for its energising and revitalising properties.

Organic Lime essential oil has an evergreen aroma, and may help you relax during massages with its warming properties. It can also be used as warming agent during baths in the winter, relaxing your body and mind.

Blends perfectly with Cedarwood, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Ylang Ylang and almost every type of oil blend.

Organic Lime Aromatherapy References

SYSTEMS	Lime, Cold Pressed (Citrus aurantifolia) Essential Oil
Integumentary:	Deodorant, astringent eases inflammations (Caution: dermal irritant, sensitizer, phototoxic avoid use on sensitive or damaged skin)
Respiratory:	Cough, cold, congestion
Muscular / Skeletal:	Muscle tonic: spasms, inflammations
Cardiovascular / Lymphatic:	Anti-coagulant (Medical Diagnosis Required), aids cardio-vascular disease (MDR)
Immune:	Colds, sore throat, flu, viral infections
Digestive:	Liver pains (Medical Diagnosis Required), stomach cramps, flatulence, intestinal spasms & inflammations
Endocrine:
Genito-Urinary / Reproductive:	Increases urine
Nervous Brain/ Mind	Apathy, anxiety, nervousness, depression, listlessness, exhaustion, refreshes tired mind, uplifting, stimulating, cheering, refreshing, restorative, useful in alcoholism

Sheppard-Hanger, Sylla. The Aromatherapy Practitioner Reference Manual: Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, 1999. Print.

Shelf Life of Lime Essential Oil:

Our freshly decanted Lime essential oil will last for 1-2 years minimum from when you open your amber glass bottle if stored correctly:

Primary Storage Considerations:

Keep away from direct light (U.V. radiation)

Keep in the amber glass bottle with lid tightly closed. Only open when you need to and decant into a smaller "working" amber glass bottle if possible (and label so you know what is in it). This is to reduce oxidation.

Secondary Storage Considerations:

Keep in a refrigerator at around 4 degrees celsius.

Organic Lime Essential Oil Major Components:

limonene 51.95%

gamma-Terpinene 9.51%

beta-Pinene 6.37%

sabinene 4.67%

geranial 3.11%

para-cymene 2.62%

Safety summary
Hazards: Skin sensitization if oxidized
Cautions: Old or oxidized oils should be avoided.

Safety advice
Because of its (+)-limonene content, it's recommended that oxidation of lime oil should be avoided by storage in a dark, airtight container in a refrigerator. The addition of antioxidants is recommended.

Tisserand, R., & Young, R. (2014). Essential Oil Safety: Second edition

General
Some essential oils may cause photosensitivity to the skin-Use diluted in Jojoba or other complete carrier oil.

Do not ingest essential oils.

Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.

The information on this website is not intended to be used in the diagnosis, treatment or mitigation of any physical or mental illness. Ahimsa Oils offer no advice or recommendations only general information. No therapeutic claims are made within.

Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting an appropriately trained healthcare practitioner.

The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the TGA. David Bosley however worked for a long period however in consultation with the TGA to ensure correct labelling with reference to the Ahimsa Oil product range.

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Aromatherapy References

Organic Lime Oil Safety

Organic Lime Essential Oil

(Citrus aurantifolia)

Organic Lime Aromatherapy References

Shelf Life of Lime Essential Oil:

Organic Lime Essential Oil Major Components:

Organic Lime Essential OilOLIM

Description

Aromatherapy References

Organic Lime Oil Safety

Organic Lime Essential Oil

(Citrus aurantifolia)

Organic Lime Aromatherapy References

Shelf Life of Lime Essential Oil:

Organic Lime Essential Oil Major Components:

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