Lime (Persian/Tahiti) Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Citrus latifolia Tanaka

Main Constituents:
Limonene: 55.40%

Plant Part: Fruit Peel

Origin: Brazil

Processing Method: Cold Pressed

Description/Color/Consistency: A thin, clear, yellowish green to greenish brown liquid.

Aromatic Summary/Note/Strength of Aroma: A top note with a medium aroma, it has a tart, fresh scent characteristic of the fruit.

Blends With: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Nutmeg, Orange, Palmarosa, Petitgrain, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Vetiver, and Ylang-Ylang.

Product Abstract: Lime is a small evergreen tree that produces a small, sour fruit very similar to lemon. The fruits themselves are green in color with a fleshy interior. Historically, limes were used to prevent sailors from developing scurvy.

Cautions: This oil has phototoxic properties and exposure to the sun must be avoided after application to the skin for up to 12 hours. Due to their presence, please consult a physician prior to using this oil. Dilute well before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

Topical dilution rate: 1% for children