Lemon Essential Oil (California), Natural

Latin Name: citrus limonum General Description The lemon peel and juice are the most well known parts of this plant. Lemon is very nutritious and contains vitamin A, vitamin B and vitamin C. It was once known as a cure-all and was often used for most fevers, and it even saved the lives of many sailors who fell victim to scurvy while out at sea. Limonene is the main constituent of lemon essential oil and it is what gives it its distinctive aroma. It is this smell that makes lemon essential oil a natural way to destress, and it is also a natural disinfectant. Try using lemon essential oil in your home remedies to help fight illness and fatigue. How It's Made This oil is taken from the peel of unripe fruit in cold expression. Properties Muscles Helps with Arthritis Helps with Rheumatism Respiratory Helps with Bronchitis Remedy for Asthma Helps with Throat Infections Immune System Battles Common Cold and Influenza Helps Combat Fevers

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Reduces Acne Relieves Insect Bites Useful for Warts Helps with Cuts Helps with Oily

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Relieves Pain from Ulcers Helps with Herpes Helps with Varicose Veins Helps with Boils Helps with Corns Helps with Brittle Nails Circulation Increases Circulation Helps with Nosebleeds

Safety Guidelines:
This oil is non-toxic and will not irritate or sensitize the

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. Lemon should not be used directly on the

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. The oil should first be mixed with a diluting or carrier oil.