Lemon Oil

The saying “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” means you should make the best out of the sour situation you’re in. But honestly, being handed a random bag full of lemons sounds like a pretty stellar situation, if you ask me.

This iconically bright yellow citrus fruit is one of the most versatile (and functional) foods. From lemon meringue pie to lemon-scented cleaning products, it’s hard to imagine life without it.

Lemons are wildly useful for everyday use, whether you’re deep cleaning or caring for your body. Long used for their medicinal properties, lemons and lemon oil can offer a range of health benefits-including supporting digestion, glowing skin, and even a positive mood.

What is lemon oil?

Lemon is a very versatile fruit that is commonly used in herbal medicine because it has a high antibacterial and astringent profile. It has high levels of vitamin C, antioxidants, and flavonoids that provide immunity support.

Lemon oil is extracted from the skin of fresh lemons through cold pressing or steam extraction and carries some of the properties of the original fruit.

Benefits of lemon oil.

Lemon oil has beneficial effects-largely in its aromatherapy use but also in its topical applications. Here are a few of lemon oil’s health benefits:

Encourages glowing skin: Lemon oil’s antimicrobial and antifungal properties make it good for cleansing and caring for the skin, while its antioxidant properties promote a healthy glow.

Supports your mood: In a Psychoneuroendocrinology scientific review, smelling lemon oil was found to both boost norepinephrine release and yield a positive effect on self-reported and assessed mood.
May help promote regularity: Research indicates that essential oil massages can help promote healthy bowel movements. Lemon oil’s potential to promote healthy bowel movements makes it an exciting possible approach to support healthy digestion and regularity.

How to use lemon oil

There are myriad ways you can utilize lemon oil’s benefits throughout your house-from your kitchen to your bathroom! Lemon essential oil can be diffused in the home, mixed into body care products (e.g., mists, toners, and hydrosols), used in cleaning products, and more.
Add a few drops of lemon oil to a diffuser to perhaps brighten your mood or increase your alertness. It’s also a great ally during winter when you may notice your mood plummet.