Background
Citrus fruits have been used as natural remedies against various household problems since ancient times. One such fruit is lime. It is often confused with its cousin lemon. Lime shares many qualities with lemon and is often used in its place. Distilled lime oil is mainly used in the food and beverage industry as a flavouring agent and occasionally as a fragrance component. The fruit is the most valuable part of the lime plant. It grows well in alluvial soil and the state of Maharashtra boasts of having the best lime in India. Lime is popular in making pickles and as a citrus agent in foods.
General Information
Citrus aurantifolia, also known as Key lime, is a juicy, aromatic citrus fruit used for making lime essential oil. Key limes grow on small, shrubby flowering trees. The lime fruit ripens after the flowers of the tree have blossomed. Thought to be native to areas in Southeast Asia, the lime gained popularity in the Florida Keys. It was grown here as it was used as the main ingredient for very famous Key lime pie, hence the name. After the citrus aurantifolia is harvested, the peel is cold pressed to produce a tart, refreshing essential oil.
SPECIFICATION
Technical information
| Country of Origin: | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name: | Citrus Aurantifolia |
| Extraction Method: | Cold-pressed |
| Parts of Plant used: | Peel |
| Colour: | Light Green |
| Odour: | Spicy, Fresh, Lemony, Zest, Sweet |
| Main Components: | Limonene, β-pinene, γ-terpinene |
| Bottled in the UK | |
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Bergamot, Sweet Orange, and other citrus oils, Clary Sage, Germanium, Ginger, Cinnamon, Lavender, Lemongrass, Rose, Rosemary, Ylang-Ylang.
BENEFITS AND USES
Uses
The aroma is perfect for when you want to a room to smell fresh or make your home feel clean. Combine lemon, grapefruit, and lime oil with distilled water into a spray bottle and spray the mixture around your home for a cheerful scent.
You can also use lime oil to purify skin and hair. Add one or two drops of lime essential oil to your face wash or shampoo to reap the benefits of its cleansing properties. In order to use lime oil for hair, just combine with a few drops of your normal oil and give yourself a scalp massage in the shower.
Directions
Cleaning Products:: For a boost of citrus action against bacteria throughout the house, add 2-3 drops of lime in your household cleaners. You can use few drops of Lime essential on a cloth to remove stains.
Hair Treatment: Add one or two drops of lime essential oil to your face wash or shampoo to reap the benefits of its cleansing properties.
Hair Massage: Add 3-4 drops in any carrier oil of your choice. Massage hair and scalp.
Body massage: Add 5-6 drops to avocado oil. Give yourself a full body massage for a refreshing and energising feel.
Diffuser: Add 4-5 drops to home diffusers. Not only does Lime essential oil taste sweet, it also has a tarty, citrusy scent as well. This aroma is perfect for when you want to a room to smell fresh or make your home feel clean.
DOCUMENTS
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IFRA Statement
Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS)
Declaration of Allergens
ORGANIC CERTIFICATION
UK SOIL ASSOCIATION CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Licence no: CS28221
This product is Soil Association certified* and free from any harsh chemicals, additives and preservatives that are destructive to our beautiful planet & us. It has been manufactured under the strict Soil Association standards (Genuine organic product with quality, integrity and transparency).
* “Soil Association Organic Certificate enforces the strict European laws about the production of organic food, animal welfare, protecting human health, and safeguarding the environment. No system of farming has higher levels of animal welfare than farms working to Soil Association organic standards.”
ETHICAL SOURCES
We feel the responsibility to care for our planet & our farmers. We only buy from small organic farms with highest ethical & environmental values. We’re on a mission to put nature at the forefront. As a society we’ve parted ways from naturalism following the industrial age, but we hope to change that. As close to nature as possible, our formulas prove the healing and beautifying powers of planet earth.
Through the utilisation of sustainable business practices, we strive to establish a deeper connection to the natural world. When you buy from us you can rest assured that the product you have purchased is: 100% pure and Organic, Vegan, Cruelty Free, GMO Free using Ethical Sourcing Practices.
SAFETY
Safety Precautions
- For external use only.
- Always dilute before use. Consult a professional for proper dilution ratio.
- Consult with your Doctor, or other qualified health care professional before using any of the recipes.
- When used in excess, lime essential oil can be an irritant.
- It is phototoxic in nature. Do not put on skin before prolonged exposure to sun.
Disclaimer
The information provided is general and should not be taken as medical advice. Neither Ecodrop essential oils nor associated business entities guarantee the accuracy of the information. Please consult your doctor, especially if being used during pregnancy, before using this product. You are also encouraged to test the product to ensure that it meets your needs, before using for mass production.
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