Use a few drops in a diffuser at home and the aroma climate in the room is changed to a fresh and light citrus. Add a few rinds to your kitchen dishwater and the scent alone suggest cleanliness. Extracted from the peel of the lemon fruit, Lemon Oil not only smells great, but also supports the immune system, aids in proper digestive function and cleanses the body.
Through direct steam inhalation therapy, lemon oil is effective in treating colds, flu, stress, fatigue and even laryngitis. Added to a bath or blended with massage oils this fresh and clean smelling citrus essential oil is helpful in relieving digestive problems, fatigue, stress, and arthritis.
Try this immune tonic blend and experience the benefits of lemon oil:
- 3 drops lemon oil
- 6 drops lavender oil
- 6 drops bergamot oil
- 3 drops tea tree oil
- 2 drops myrrh oil (expensive, so optional)
- 2 ounce vegetable oil
Combine ingredients. Use as a general massage oil or over specific areas of the body that tend to develop physical problems. For example, if you come down with a lot of chest colds or flu’s rub this blend over your chest. Use 1 or 2 teaspoons in a bath or 1 teaspoon in a foot bath. Without the vegetable oil, the recipe is suitable for use in an aromatherapy diffuser, simmering pan of water, or potpourri cooker. Use in some form several times a day when trying to build up your own natural immunity. (Recipe extracted from Aroma Therapy by Kathi Keville.)
Caution:
The shelf life of lemon oil is limited to 8 – 10 months for medicinal or skin care application. Limit usage after expiration to a diffuser blend. To avoid compromising the integrity of the oil, keep it out of direct sunlight and heat. Though lemon oil is not known to be toxic use it on the skin in moderation as some individuals may be sensitive.
