If you are in the process of collecting a few key essential oils then Lemon oil should be one of them. Not only is the scent refreshing, energizing and uplifting but it’s super versatile and useful for the body, mind and around the home.
When choosing a lemon oil it’s important to look for its country of origin. For Lemon oil it’s Italy. So keep your eyes open for this info.
Every plant or tree has a country where it grows the best and these countries are where generally the best quality of oils are produced.
Lemon oil Benefits
Some people swear lemon essential oil can fight exhaustion, helps with depression, clears your skin, kills harmful viruses and bacteria. I even read recently that lemon could help people feel better about their body image, and that people feel thinner and lighter through just inhalation. Who would have thought, it’s almost magical.
3 ways to use Lemon Essential oil.
1. DISINFECTANT - Lemon oil is a great natural disinfectant for wooden cutting boards and kitchen counters. Just soak a kitchen cleaning cloth in a bowl of water with several drops of lemon oil to disinfect.
2. LAUNDRY - Add a few drops to your laundry cycle to freshen up your laundry. Your washing machine will also smell clean.
3. MOOD BOOSTER - Diffuse in the room or place a few drops diluted in your hands, rub and inhale.
Oils that Blend Well with Lemon Oil
Lemon oil, works well with other citrus oils like Grapefruit, Lime or Bergamot or it can be the perfect complement to spicy oils like Cinnamon or Wild Orange. LEMON OIL SAFETY A lemon essential oil can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. When using lemon essential oil directly on your skin, it's important to stay out of direct sunlight for at least 8 hours and use sunscreen while outside.