OIL essential to LEMON

100% Natural

The Lemon essential oil is obtained from the steam distillation of the flowers of Citrus Limon , a plant of the Rutaceae family .

Known for its many properties, lemon essential oil is used for:

Multi-purpose disinfectant

Dilute 5 drops of lemon essential oil in a tablespoon of white wine vinegar in a spray container with 250 ml of water. Use this mixture to disinfect sinks and sanitary ware.
Door and window handles to disinfect door and window handles, furniture and drawers handles, dilute 3-5 drops of lemon essential oil or tea tree in half a glass of white wine or apple vinegar. Clean by placing the preparation on a damp cloth.
Remove chewing gum or stubborn stains 2 drops on a cotton ball and wipe the area by rubbing gently. (If the garment is very delicate, contact a professional and take it to the laundry or even better to a dry cleaner.)
Glue and grease a few drops on a sponge removes grease and glue stains from surfaces
House cleaning added to dish detergent cleans floors, worktops, stoves and others encrusted surfaces.
To whiten floors / tiles add 1 drop of essential oil per square meter to the ground wash water to ensure cleaning and disinfection for all areas of the house, ideal where sick people stay and for offices.

Cabinet fragrance

1 drop of essential oil on a cotton ball (or on old unused tea bags, on wooden balls, dried flowers ..) and place inside wardrobes, drawers

Environment

1 drop for each square meter of the environment in which it spreads to purify the air, use , or in the humidifiers of radiators

Disinfectant

A few drops of lemon essential oil to disinfect vegetables and fruit by washing them in a basin with cold water

Gargling / gingivitis / stomatitis / halitosis

Put 10 drops of lemon essential oil and gargle and for prolonged mouth rinses 2-3 times a day.

Massage

Put 15 drops of lemon essential oil in 250 ml of sweet almond oil < / span>. Massage the legs from the ankles to the pelvis in case of cellulite , capillary fragility or varicose veins.

Cellulite

3-5 drops of lemon essential oil in 1 tablespoon of sweet almond oil and rub on congested tissues. Lemon essential oil stimulates peripheral blood circulation and helps fight cellulite, oily skin and skin aging.
In the presence of lymphatic stagnation caused by the presence of cellulite, excellent massages by diluting essential oils with sweet almond oil (or alternatively with other < span style = "font-style: italic;"> vector oil ) we propose you a DIY recipe:
• 50 ml by sweet almond oil
• 15 drops of lemon essential oil
• 10 drops of rosemary essential oil
• 10 drops of peppermint essential oil
Shake before use and apply with a light massage every evening before going to bed.

Bath / cellulite

Emollient bath

Add 15 drops of lemon essential oil to 1 glass of lukewarm milk and put them in the bath water
Healing bath put some lukewarm water in the bath, the juice of 5 lemons mixed with 8 drops of lemon essential oil and 200ml of whey

Oily skin mask

Blend 6-7 slices of cucumber, add 3 tablespoons of plain white yogurt and 4-5 drops of lemon essential oil. Apply on the face and keep on for about 20 minutes. Wash with lukewarm water. You can repeat this procedure 2 or 3 times a week.

Tonic for oily skin

In a cup of water add 2 drops of lemon essential oil and 2 of lavender . Mix and apply by dabbing on face and neck morning and evening (mix each time before use).

Anti-shine tonic

Prepare a beautifully loaded green tea, leaving it to infuse for a long time, add 5 drops of lemon essential oil, excellent because it is an antioxidant and helps to illuminate and restore slightly oily skin, (same method of application of the oily skin tonic ). Store in the refrigerator for no more than 5 days.

Elbows

First make a scrub (delicate) and then add 2-3 drops of lemon essential oil to 1 tablespoon of honey and apply on the area. After applying the oil, cover the elbows with socks (cut the toes and the elastic) to protect them during the night, to prevent the product from transferring onto the sheets and to maintain hydration for a long time while we sleep.

Swelling of the legs and water retention

Add to 4 tablespoons of sweet almond oil 5 drops of essential oil of lemon, massage your legs starting from the instep, going up towards the knee.

Herpes

Add 2 drops of lemon essential oil to 2 drops of tea tree oil and dab the affected areas using a cotton swab. Repeat 2-3 times a day, until it disappears

Motion sickness

Put 1 drop of lemon essential oil on a handkerchief to inhale on the way in case of need.

Brittle nails

1 or 2 drops of lemon essential oil in half a teaspoon of Argan oil < / span>, which moisturizes and nourishes.

Pimples and acne

Dilute with water, apply with the help of a cotton swab, massage the face or the affected area. It is also possible to apply 1 drop directly on the part, or add 2 drops to the face cream daily (it is recommended to avoid exposure to the sun for 12 hours)

Oily hair

2-3 drops of lemon essential oil added to water and vinegar and used in the last rinse will help purify the scalp and make the hair shiny.

Migraine / headache

Especially if they are caused by rheumatic disorders. Clutches, aroma diffusions, baths.

Warts

Thinly dilute carrier oil 1-2 drops of essential oil of lemon and apply directly on the wart.

Wrinkles

To prevent the signs of aging, add 3 drops of lemon essential oil to 100 g of aloe gel ; mix and use as a normal day cream, massaging a small amount on the face every morning after cleansing. (It is advisable to avoid exposure to the sun for 12 hours)

Hypertension

Put a few drops in the bathtub for a moment of relaxation and lower the pressure and nervous tension.

Whitening / nail strengthening / eliminates odors from hands

Diluted in creams and gels for hands and nails both for treatments which for routine manicures helps to have a whitening and anti-odor effect on smokers' hands. Contrasts stains caused by foods such as artichokes, aubergines. Strengthens weak nails. Added to the pedicure water, in addition to disinfecting, it gives perfume to both the feet and the environment.

Dark circles

2-3 drops in 100 ml of face cream moisturizing help to fight dark circles.

Teeth

1 drop of lemon essential oil to use with toothpaste every time you brush your teeth has a whitening power on your teeth