Essential Oil – Lemon Verbena

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Product Type 100% Pure & Natural Essential oil
Available in 5ml
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Botanical Name Lippia citriodora
Origin Europe
Part Leaf
Extraction Steam
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$80.00

[ Scent Library ]
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Aroma
  • A radiant, sweet, and lemony-floral aroma.
  • It is often described as the most "lemon-like" of all plants, but with a creamy, fruity nuance that resembles a lemon tart or a high-end lemon candy.
  • It features a soft, herbaceous-green heart and a gentle honeyed dry-down.
  • It lacks the harsh, "cleanser-like" bite of other citrus oils, smelling instead light, airy, and expensive.
Category Citrusy | Floral | Minty
Note Top - Middle
Intensity 3/6
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[ More About ]
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AKA Verbena, Vervain
Chinese 柠檬马鞭草
Japanese レモンバーベナ
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Botanical Family Verbenaceae
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Chemistry Aldehyde
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Common Usage Nervous System & Emotional Care

  • Anxiety & Panic Relief: One of the most effective oils for sedating the nervous system; it helps slow down heart palpitations and eases the "tight" feeling in the chest caused by panic.
  • Depression & Apathy: Helps to "lighten" the spirit and is frequently used to combat the "winter blues" or seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
  • Stress-Related Insomnia: Promotes a deep sense of peace, making it easier to fall asleep when the mind is racing with worries.
  • Mental Focus: Unlike some sedatives that cause drowsiness, Lemon Verbena helps stabilize emotions while maintaining cognitive clarity and confidence.

Digestive Health

  • Antispasmodic for the Gut: Highly effective when diluted and massaged onto the abdomen to relieve stomach cramps, indigestion, and bloating.
  • Nervous Stomach: Specifically targets digestive issues triggered by emotional stress or "butterflies" in the stomach.
  • Liver & Gallbladder Support: Traditionally used to help stimulate the liver and gallbladder, aiding in the processing of fats.

Physical & Immune Support

  • Anti-Inflammatory Action: Helps reduce inflammation in the joints and muscles, making it a luxurious addition to massage blends for chronic aches.
  • Fever Reducer: Often used in cool compresses to help the body gently lower a high temperature during a cold or flu.
  • Immune Stimulant: Bolsters the body's natural defenses, particularly when the system is run down due to long-term fatigue.

Skincare & Aesthetics

  • Skin Toning: Its astringent properties help firm the skin and reduce the appearance of puffiness or sagging.
  • Softening the Complexion: At very low dilutions, it is used to soften the skin and give it a healthy, radiant glow.
  • Natural Deodorizer: Its fresh, sophisticated scent makes it a top choice for high-quality natural perfumes and luxury body oils from clubarome.com.
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Blending note
  • Lemon Verbena is a "noble" oil.
  • It is expensive and delicate, so it should be paired with oils that highlight its sophisticated sweetness rather than overpowering it
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Do you know? In the 19th century, Lemon Verbena was so popular as a "refreshing" scent that the leaves were often tucked into Victorian pocket handkerchiefs and finger bowls to provide a cooling, elegant fragrance during meals
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Contraindication
  • High Phototoxicity.
  • Lemon Verbena contains significant amounts of citral, which can be a skin sensitizer.
  • It is also phototoxic; you must avoid sunlight for 12–24 hours after topical application.
  • It should always be used in very low dilutions (0.5% to 1%) to avoid skin irritation.
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