Essential Oil – Lime

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Product Type 100% Pure & Natural Essential oil
Available in 5ml | 30ml
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Botanical Name Citrus aurantifolia
Origin Italy
Part Peel
Extraction Cold Pressed
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Price range: $11.00 through $46.00

[ Scent Library ]
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Aroma
  • A sharp, tart, and "electric" citrus aroma. It is more bitter-sweet and "zippy" than Lemon.
  • It features a distinct effervescent quality—almost like the bubbles in a soda—with a bright green, fruity top note and a subtle floral-spice undertone.
  • It smells incredibly refreshing, clean, and "cool," making it the perfect antidote to a hot, humid day.
Category Citrusy
Note Top
Intensity 5/6
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[ More About ]
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AKA Key lime; French lime
Chinese 莱姆/酸橙
Japanese ライム
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Botanical Family Rutaceae
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Chemistry Monoterpene
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Common Usage Mental & Emotional Vitality

  • Overcoming Lethargy: An excellent oil for those feeling "soul-tired" or mentally exhausted; it provides a quick burst of energy and motivation.
  • Mood Brightener: Acts as a powerful antidepressant by clearing heavy, stagnant emotions and replacing them with a sense of joy and playfulness.
  • Focus & Mental Clarity: Helps sharpen the mind during repetitive tasks or long study sessions, reducing the likelihood of "mental wandering."
  • Stress Reduction: While energizing, it also helps reduce the physical tension associated with anxiety and "nerves."

Immune & Respiratory Defense

  • Natural Antiviral: Highly effective at supporting the immune system during the cold and flu season; it helps the body fight off seasonal infections.
  • Respiratory Clearing: Its antiseptic properties make it useful in diffusers to clear congested sinuses and soothe a "heavy" chest.
  • Febrifuge Properties: Traditionally used in cool compresses to help the body gently manage and lower a fever.
  • Airborne Purifier: Like most citruses, it is excellent at neutralizing airborne pathogens and refreshing the "stale" air of indoor environments.

Digestive & Metabolic Support

  • Appetite Stimulant: Known to help those recovering from illness by gently stimulating a healthy appetite.
  • Digestive Tonic: Helps ease the symptoms of a sluggish gallbladder and supports the liver in its detoxification processes.
  • Cellulite & Toning: When used in massage blends from clubarome.com, it helps stimulate circulation and promote the breakdown of fatty deposits.

Astringent Skincare & Hygiene

  • Balancing Oily Skin: Its powerful astringent properties make it ideal for managing overactive oil glands and clearing up teenage or hormonal acne.
  • Natural Deodorizer: Effectively neutralizes strong odors (like sweat or cooking smells) and is a great addition to natural household cleaners.
  • Sticky Residue Remover: Like Lemon, it can easily lift grease, gum, and sticker residue from various surfaces.
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Blending note It works best when paired with oils that share its tropical energy or deeper notes that can hold onto its brightness
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Do you know? In the 19th century, British sailors were famously called "Limeys" because they were required to consume a daily ration of lime juice to prevent scurvy during long sea voyages.
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Contraindication
  • High Phototoxicity (Cold-Pressed).
  • The cold-pressed oil contains furanocoumarins, which can cause severe skin reactions if the skin is exposed to sunlight within 12–24 hours of application.
  • For topical use, the dilution should be kept very low (max 0.7%)
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