Latin Name: Citrus Limon

Part of the plant used: Fruit Peel

Origin: Italy

Extraction Method: Cold Expression

The essential lemon oil has a strong and fresh scent and is extracted from the peel of fresh lemon fruit using cold expression. This oil is refreshing for the mind and sharpens concentration, which is why it is preferred in air fresheners for workshops and banks. It is believed to help with rheumatism, arthritis and gout. It has been used to cure skin problems such as abscesses, foruncles, carbuncles and acne. Increases the immune system and cleanses the body.

When used in an oil burner (a few drops in water), the lemon oil vapors are used for colds, laryngitis, headaches and flu. Reading the aroma is useful for mental hypo like depression, irritation, stress, lethargy and fatigue. Lift your spirits and clear your mind. When you add a few drops to the bath or when you mix it with a massage oil, it is said to alleviate digestive problems, lack of energy, tiredness, infections, obesity, rheumatism, depression and stress. It is also used to help resolve hangovers.

The lemon plant originated in India and perhaps China, and was betrayed to Europe by the Crusaders in the Media. Given that the fruit has a good amount of vitamins A, B and C, an ounce every day is given to mariners to prevent scurvy, eye problems and other vitamin deficiencies. The first real cultivation of lemon in Europe began in Genoa in the middle of the 15th century. Later I was introduced to America by Cristóbal Colón. Spanish achievements helped to extend more lemon seasons. The lemon was used mainly as an adornment and as medicine. It was only much later that I started using it in the kitchen.