Rutaceae
Lemon
Citrus limon
⚠ Use with Caution
Caution in Pregnancy
Origin: Asia (India), Mediterranean
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Extraction Method
Cold press
Plant Part
Fruit peel
Aroma Profile
Fresh, bright, citrus, clean, uplifting
Dilution Ratio
2% (phototoxic)
💧 Applications
🌬️ Aromatherapy🖐️ Topical (diluted)💨 Diffuser🛁 Bath
💊 Therapeutic Uses
Mental clarity, immune support, antimicrobial, mood uplifting, detoxification, skin brightening.
🔬 Main Constituents
Limonene (60-80%), beta-pinene, gamma-terpinene, geranial
🎨 Blends Well With
Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary
⚠️ Safety Information
Safety Rating
⚠ Use with Caution
Pregnancy
Caution in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Phototoxic — avoid sun after topical use. Use steam-distilled version for topical without restrictions.
Side Effects: Phototoxicity with cold-pressed version