lime oil (lemon oil)
Lemon oil – invigorating freshness kick for skin & senses
Lemon oil has antibacterial, tissue-tightening and concentration-enhancing effects – ideal for oily skin, detox applications and mental clarity.
Introduction / Brief description
Lemon oil (INCI: Citrus Limonum Oil ) is an essential oil extracted from the peel of the Sicilian lemon. It exudes a crisp, fresh, tangy scent and has an invigorating, concentration-enhancing, and cooling effect on both the skin and the mind. In skin care, it exhibits antibacterial, antiviral, and tissue-tightening effects—perfect for detox, oily skin, or to promote lymphatic circulation.
Origin & Production
The lemon oil used in myrto comes from certified organic cultivation in Sicily. It is obtained by cold-pressing the outer peels of ripe lemons to preserve the fresh, volatile active ingredients. Lemon oil is one of the classic citrus oils with a high content of monoterpenes – especially the main component D-limonene .
Effect on skin & senses
Clarifying & firming skin effect
- ✔ Has antibacterial & antiviral effects
- ✔ Clarifies oily, impure skin & refines pores
- ✔ Tightens the connective tissue – ideal for cellulite care
- ✔ Promotes blood circulation & lymph flow
Fresh & mood-enhancing
- ✔ Invigorates & refreshes body and mind
- ✔ Improves concentration and improves mood
- ✔ Promotes inner clarity & mental presence
Use in natural cosmetics
Lemon oil is preferably used in:
- Invigorating body oils & massage products
- Clarifying facial care for impure skin
- Detox & Cellulite Care
- Refreshing fragrance blends & roll-ons
Special features / Who is it suitable for?
- ✔ For normal to oily skin
- ✔ Ideal for impurities, tired skin & cellulite
- ✔ Vegan, fresh & 100% natural
- ✘ Caution in direct sunlight – slightly photosensitizing
Conclusion
Lemon oil is a wonderfully fresh, citrus essential oil with versatile effects on the skin and senses. It clarifies, tones, and has antibacterial properties—while its fragrance revitalizes and uplifts the spirit. A natural active ingredient for detox, purifying care, and invigorating aromatherapy.
Our natural cosmetics with lemon oil
Discover our clarifying and refreshing care products with lemon oil – for a vital complexion and new energy.
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