– PHOTOSENSITIZING –– NOT FOR SENSITIVE SKIN –

CAUTION: avoid exposure to direct sunlight for 12 hours following application

BEST FOR ADOLESCENT, COMBINATION, OILY & BLEMISHED SKIN | acne, cellulite

INGREDIENT FEATURES

antibacterial

antidepressant

anti-fungal

anti-infectious

anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial

antioxidant

antiseptic

antispasmodic

antitoxic

antiviral

astringent

calmative

circulatory tonic

clarifying

detoxifying

digestive stimulant

focusing

immune tonic

insecticidal

lymphatic decongestant

lymphatic stimulant

preservative

rejuvenating

relaxing

uplifting

USER BENEFITS

assists the body’s natural eliminatory response

assists in the free-flow of blood

assists in the tissue-cleaning action of the lymphatic system

balances overactive sebum production

brightens dull skin

cleanses hair

clears the mind

counters overproduction of sebum

decreases mental fatigue

detoxifies skin

diminishes swelling

encourages sweating

energizes

enhances concentration

enlivening

firms and contracts exposed tissue

helps heal blemishes

helps maintain healthy red blood cells

helps to relieve stress

improves metabolism

improves mood

increases mineral absorption

lessens headaches due to congestion

neutralizes fungi

neutralizes microbes

prevents moisture loss

promotes healthy circulation

promotes the healing of tissues

protects cells from oxidation

purifies

reduces cellulite

reduces redness

reduces water retention

relaxes cramping

repels insects

settles digestion

slows weight gain

soothes sore muscles, tendons and joints

stimulates the immune system

strengthens nails and hair

tones and restores venous circulation

tones aging skin

uplifts

USES

acne

bites

blemished skin

boils

broken capillaries

bruises

cellulite

combination skin

confusion

congested lymph glands

couperose skin

dandruff

depression

hemorrhoids

hair highlights

insomnia

instability

normal hair

nosebleeds

oily hair

oily skin

overwork

seborrhea

shampoo

skin infections:

bacterial

viral

stress

varicose veins

warts

wounds

wrinkles

active

fragrance

preservative

ABOUT THE PLANT

The Lemon tree is a small evergreen tree up to 6 meters high with serrated oval leaves, stiff thorns and very fragrant flowers. The fruit turns from green to yellow on ripening. Believed to be a species native to southern regions of China, the Lemon tree was brought to Europe and the Middle Eastern countries by crusaders in the 12th Century. Columbus then brought its seeds (along with those of the orange tree) across to the West Indies and thereby founded what remains the largest Lemon industry in existence. Citrus limon now grows wild in the Mediterranean region especially in Spain and Portugal and is cultivated extensively worldwide in Italy, Sicily, Cyprus, Guinea, Israel, South and North America (California and Florida).

ABOUT THE OIL

Expressed Lemon oil is a yellow to greenish yellow or pale yellow mobile liquid produced by cold expression (by hand or machine) from the outer part of the fresh ripe peel after the juice has been removed from the fruit.

The high temperatures needed for steam distillation would destroy the subtle, fresh aroma of lemon oil and therefore this oil is extracted only by cold-pressing. Cold pressing yields only six to seven pounds of oil from one ton of fresh fruit. Constituents of lemon include limonene, which is responsible for the oil's tangy-fruity aroma, and citral, which is responsible for what we recognize as the lemon note in the aroma profile.

Organic production is especially important with lemon oil, as commercial production typically includes heavy spraying of the fruit with pesticides!

OF INTEREST

Lemon juice is considered most effective against scurvy, and British ships were required by law to carry sufficient juice or oil to treat every person on board with one dose per day as a preventative measure.

Studies in Japan found that when dispersed through the room, lemon oil reduced typing errors by 54%.

(+)-Limonene

β-Pinene

γ-Terpinene

α-Pinene

Geranial

Sabinene

ρ-Cymene

β-Myrcene

Neral

Terpinen-4-ol

Neryl acetate

NON-VOLATILE COMPOUNDS

Oxypeucedanin

Bergamottin

5-Geranoxy-7-methoxycoumarin

Citropten

Byakangelicol

8-Geranyloxypsoralen

Bergapten

Isopimpinellin

The active constituents in lemon oil include: terpenes, flavonoids (such as hesperitin and naringenin) coumarins, carotenoids and citric acid

refreshing | clear | trusting

REFRESHING | CLEAR | TRUSTING

KEY WORD: CLEANLINESS

Main Element: EARTH (& FIRE)

What makes the properties in lemon oil noteworthy is that they are combined with a delightful aroma and work synergistically on a therapeutic, aesthetic and emotional level.

aids in decision-making process

calms those who are emotionally overwrought

clears the mind

dissipates feelings of:

impurity

indecisiveness

eases:

aggression

depression

fatigue

tension

encourages:

clarity

direction

awareness

concentration

liveliness

energizes

increases:

general well-being

physical energy

sense of humor

promotes:

clarity of mind

purpose

stimulates emotional purging

uplifts

ENERGETICS

Cooling

Drying

Clears heat and dampness

Excellent detoxifying oil

MAIN ELEMENT: EARTH (& FIRE)

SUBTLE AROMATHERAPY

alleviates fears of:

emotional involvement

losing oneself in another person

enables our meditations to be deeper

has ‘high vibrations’

helps open the heart

lifts the spirits

overcomes mental fatigue

spiritually cleansing

PERFUMERY

TOPNOTE

most important citrus oil, next to Sweet Orange oil

considered one of the lightest aroma in aromatherapy

used in perfumes and flavors for its refreshing, sweet-fruity note

one of the more important ingredients in the old-fashioned citrus-type colognes

in “Eau de Verveine” and other toilet waters

topnote ingredient in countless perfume types

AROMA NOTES

fresh

light

citrus

sour

slightly sweet

light

bright

fresh

slightly sweet

citrus

truly reminiscent of the ripe peel

tenacity varies considerably with the method of expression

Blends well with: Basil, Bay Laurel, Benzoin, Bergamot, Chamomile, Elemi, Eucalyptus Radiata, Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper, Labdanum, Lavandin, Lavender, Neroli, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Rose Otto, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Sweet Orange, Ylang Ylang and other citrus oils

Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and MinDy Green

Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay

Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia

The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism