Benefits and uses of lime oil

Lime Essential Oil

Maybe many people have not known lime essential oil in detail. Today, I will take you to understand the lime essential oil from four aspects.

Introduction of Lime Essential Oil

Lime Essential Oil is amongst the most affordable of essential oils and is routinely used for its energizing, fresh and cheerful aroma. It is well known in folklore for its ability to cleanse, purify and renew the spirit and the mind. It is also said to be effective in cleansing the aura. Its sweet yet tart, citrusy aroma blends well with so many other oils. Its aroma is especially concentrated, and a little goes a very long way. With the exception of floral Neroli Essential Oil, cold pressed Lime Essential Oil may be the most aromatically potent of the fruity citrus oils.

Lime Essential Oil Effects & Benefits

The health benefits of Lime essential oil can be attributed to its properties as a potentially antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, aperitif, bactericidal, disinfectant, febrifuge, hemostatic, restorative, and tonic substance.

1.May Treat Infections

The lime essential oil may have some antiseptic properties, and it can treat infections and might even protect against their development. More specifically, it can prevent tetanus if you are wounded by iron. When externally applied, lime oil can cure infections of the skin and wounds. When consumed, it can effectively help to treat some infections which may include infections of the throat, mouth, colon, stomach, intestines, and urinary system. It can be used to even treat viral infections of the respiratory system, including bronchitis. It can also be effective in fighting other viral infections which may include flu, mumps, coughs, colds, and measles.

2.May Prevent Viral Infections

This essential oil can help to fight and protect against viral infections which may cause the common cold, mumps, measles, pox, and similar diseases.

3.Can Relieve Toothaches

As it can be used as an astringent, lime essential oil may also help in relieving toothaches, strengthening the grip of gums on the teeth, and may protect them from falling out. It can also tighten loose muscles and may give a feeling of firmness, fitness, and youth. This property might also be used to cure diarrhea. The final important benefit of astringents is their plausible ability to stop hemorrhaging by contracting blood vessels.

4.May Increase Appetite

The very smell of lime oil is mouthwatering. In small doses, it can serve as an appetizer or an aperitif. It can also activate the secretion of digestive juices into the stomach before you even start eating and may increase your hunger and appetite.

5.May Reduce Fever

Fever is just a symptom that shows the immune system of our body is fighting against infections or various unwanted substances. Thus, fever almost always accompanies infections, such as colds, viral infections, bacterial infections and infections on wounds, liver malfunctions, pox, boils, allergies, and arthritis.

6.Might Prevent Signs of Aging

Lime essential oil can tone up muscles, tissues, and skin as well as the various systems that function in the body, which may include the respiratory, circulatory, nervous, digestive, and excretory systems. This tonic effect can help to retain youth, perhaps for a long time, and may prevent the appearance of aging symptoms which may include hair loss, wrinkles, age spots, and muscle weakness.

Lime Essential Oil Uses

The Lime Essential Oil’s active chemical components contribute to its reputed benefits of being invigorating, cleansing, and purifying oil. These constituents make it ideal for use in cosmetics, aromatherapy, massage, and home cleaning products to purify the air as well as surfaces. These healing benefits can be attributed to the oil’s anti-inflammatory, astringent, analgesic, stimulant, antiseptic, soothing, energizing, and balancing activities, among other valuable properties.

1. Lift the Mood 

Lime is a bright and happy essential oil, so wonderful to pop in your diffuser when you are feeling stressed or agitated. It refreshes the emotions so that decisions and feelings can be explored constructively. Diffusing a few drops of Lime Essential Oil is great early in the morning to create a positive atmosphere for the day ahead, helping to increase energy and eliminate negative thinking.

2. Coughs and Colds

Lime is commonly cited in aromatherapy as having antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral and antimicrobial properties. Blend Lime Essential Oil with other known immunity boosting oils, such as Kunzea, Eucalyptus, Lemon Myrtle, and Nerolina, to help bring relief during winter and clear clogged airways. DIY Chest Rub: Combine 10 drops x Kunzea and 10 drops x Lime in 50ml of base oil of choice. Apply and rub into the chest or back.

3. Skincare and Acne

Lime oil can act as a natural astringent on the skin, where it is reputed to help clear oily skin. It is also used for cleansing the skin of blemishes and its antibacterial property may aid in the treatment of acne. Mixing a drop in with your shampoo and rinsing as normal can also help ease a dry, itchy scalp. As with any citrus oils on the skin, always make sure to dilute them before applying, and avoid sun exposure for at least 24 hours.

4. Air Freshener

Lime is such a beautifully refreshing and clean scent. You can create that happy vibrant clean atmosphere by either placing 2-3 drops into your diffuser, or place a couple of drops on a tissue and place inside the vacuum cleaner. As air is sucked into the dust bag, the fragrance of the oil is dispersed through the house while you clean.

5. Perfumery

Lime has a unique aromatic profile that makes it popular in perfumery. It is a citrus note with a sweeter and dryer profile, and more zing, than the traditional lemon scent. It blends well with Neroli, Clary Sage, Tasmanian Lavender, and Lavender. To make your own home roll on perfume, add no more than 10-12 drops total of essential oils to a 10ml roll on bottle. Fill the roller bottle with a carrier oil of choice (such as jojoba oil), pop the lid on and shake to combine. Apply to your pulse points, remembering to shake the bottle before each use.

ABOUT

Lime Essential Oil is a sweet and aromatic essence obtained by cold-pressed and distilled method of extraction from select fruit peel or rind. The origin of the lime fruit is believed to be Northern India and other parts of Southeast Asia. Gaining popularity prior to the era of Alexander the Great, to being used to treat scurvy among the British naval soldiers in the 19th Century. The scent of the Lime Essential Oil gives a fresh, energizing feeling due to its sharp, sweet and fruity fragrance.This essential oil is useful during the cold and flu seasons, comes with benefits for the skin and hair, can uplift the mood, and can purify the air. In skin care, lime essential oil can act as a tightening and toning astringent that reduces the amount of oil production. In hair care, lime essential oil reduces dandruff and leaves the hair shiny.

Precaution: In very rare cases, this oil can cause photo sensitivity if exposed directly to the strong sun after application.