
LIME ESSENTIAL OIL
Botanical Name: Citrus aurantifolia
Botanical Family: Rutaceae
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100% PURE, ORGANIC, NATURAL, ULTRA-HIGH QUALITY
- LIME ESSENTIAL Oil -
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OVERVIEW
A Hint of Lime
Lime essential oil is a bright, zesty oil cold-pressed from the peel of fresh limes, renowned for its refreshing, uplifting, and cleansing properties.
Rich in antioxidants and limonene, it helps purify the skin, balance oil production, and invigorate the mind while offering antibacterial and detoxifying benefits.
APPEARANCE
Appearance In Nature
Lime grows on small, thorny evergreen trees with glossy, dark green leaves, fragrant white blossoms, and small, round green fruits with a smooth, slightly bumpy skin.
Appearance In The Bottle (Post Extraction
Thin, translucent liquid.
AROMA
Lots of Lime Love
Lime essential oil has a vibrant, crisp, and tangy citrus aroma with sweet, slightly tart undertones that evoke feelings of freshness, energy, and clarity.
CONSISTENCY
Light
A light lux consistency, easy to spread on the skin.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Italy
CULTIVATION
Thriving Liming
Lime trees thrive in warm, subtropical to tropical climates with full sunlight and consistent watering.
EXTRACTION METHOD
Cold Press
Find more information on botanical extraction methods HERE.
LORE
Limeys Lime
Lime originated in Southeast Asia and was spread through the Middle East and Mediterranean by traders and explorers, eventually reaching the Americas.
Historically, it became famous among sailors in the 18th century as a vital source of vitamin C to prevent scurvy, earning British sailors the nickname “limeys.”
MYSTICISM
A Fresh Start
Spiritually, lime is associated with purification, renewal, and energetic cleansing, often used to clear negative energy and uplift the spirit.
Its vibrant, invigorating essence symbolizes fresh starts, mental clarity, and the attraction of joy, prosperity, and positive transformation.
PLANT MATERIAL UTILIZED
Peel
SKIN APPLICATION
Direct Application
Lime essential oil (if and only if 100% pure and organic) can be used directly on the skin as a brightening spot treatment.
Avoid sunlight if applying this oil undiluted.
Dilution
Add a few drops to your moisturizer for an enhanced glow and added toning properties.
Mix in with a carrier oil such as olive or jojoba to your desired strength for a fantastic allover moisturizing oil.
SKIN BENEFITS
Brightening
High in vitamin C and antioxidants, it helps lighten dark spots, even skin tone, and boost natural radiance.
Detoxifying
Supports the removal of toxins and helps purify congested skin, promoting a fresher, clearer complexion.
Energizing & Uplifting
Its refreshing scent boosts mood and reduces stress, indirectly benefiting skin by supporting overall wellbeing.
VIOLET GLASS
Violet Glass
Ultimate preservation & potency.
Violet glass is a deep purple, almost black, glass that keeps bioactive compounds preserved for as long as possible.