What Is Lemon Essential Oil?
Also known as “liquid sunshine,” lemon essential oil is extracted from the peel of fresh lemons. Chemically, the components that render its unmistakable scent include: a-Terpineol with its hint of lilac; Geranial, which adds a zesty, citrusy character; Limonene deriving from the rind of the fruit; b-Pinene, which is found in baked goods and chilled dairy products and Gamma Terpinene, a component in eucalyptus oil. Lemon essential oil is usually extracted from the peel of fresh lemons through steam extraction, but sometimes a “cold-pressing” process is employed that pricks and rotates the peel as oil is released.
What Does Lemon Essential Oil Smell Like?
Fresh, crisp and familiar, lemon oil creates a bright and invigorating ambiance. It is known for its zesty nature. The aroma is similar to lemon rind but is far more concentrated. Sharp, acidic and slightly sweet, spirited notes of succulent lemon peels and pulp flow through its composition.
Where Does Lemon Oil Come From?
The exact origin of lemons is shrouded in mystery, but the Lemon Tree, which is also known as Citrus Limon, is native to Southern Asia. It is a small evergreen that can reach up to 16 feet in height. Many researchers believe the lemon is likely to have first appeared in Northeastern India, North Burma or China. It is known that the fruit found its way to Italy sometime during the course of the Roman Empire and today Italy is a major producer.
Common Uses Of Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil is found just about everywhere. At the top of the list is aromatherapy practices where it serves as a highly effective means to uplift troubled spirits, reduce stress and improve the quality of sleep. Its antimicrobial properties are well known, and it is often an ingredient in home purifiers, diffusers
and natural, household cleaning products, where it provides a safe alternative to synthetic disinfectants, which often release unpleasant and sometimes toxic smells caused by chemicals, like phthalates.
Lemon Essential Oil Use In Perfumery
Lemon Essential Oil is most often employed in top notes of fine fragrances as well as eau-de-colognes. It is like a burst of sunshine in fragrances designed for both men and women. Often blended with floral aspects, the combination can be enchanting and unforgettable. In a day-time scent, it is the perfect jump start to a busy day, but it can also work well at night when matched in a fragrance with heavier, woody and more seductive facets.
Why Does Lemon Essential Oil Work Well In A Diffuser?
Releasing lemon essential oil throughout a home or office via a diffuser machine
is guaranteed to remove airborne bacteria and purify stale air, while at the same time, retaining an energizing and piquant aroma.
Is Lemon Essential Oil Safe For Use Around Pets?
The answer is no because it contains limonene, which is a bio insecticide that can adversely affect the livers of both older dogs and cats. Just a few licks can be fatal to animals with weak immune systems. Storage of these oils should always be kept far out of reach.
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