Lime Spotlight
Lime essential oil has a fresh, crisp aroma that uplifts the senses and brightens any space. This versatile citrus oil is a favorite for everything from cleaning to cooking to immune and emotional support!
JUST A DROP OF LIME
- Has a bright, sharp, green, citrus aroma
- Adds a fruity, tropical scent to bath and body care products
- Uplifts the senses and supports feelings of clarity and positivity
- Neutralizes unwanted odors, and purifies the air when diffused
- Is a great addition to household cleaning solutions
- Helps provide general wellness support when taken internally
- Contains antioxidants and limonene
BACKGROUND Citrus aurantifolia, also known as Mexican or key lime, is a shrub-like evergreen tree native to tropical Southeast Asia. It produces smaller, more aromatic fruit than the related Citrus x latifolia, or Persian lime, which is more commonly available in the United States as a culinary fruit.
Lime essential oil is unique in that it is 100% bioflavonoid. Not only are bioflavonoids impressive in and of themselves, but they also help maximize the benefits of vitamin C by inhibiting its breakdown in the body. This means that Lime Essential Oil not only supports the immune system, it also stimulates the detox pathways, helping to clear the body of toxins and unwanted waste. Lime also helps with the absorption of Vitamin C, making it a versatile oil and household staple.
KEY CONSTITUENTS Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them sprecic health-supporting properties.
- Limonene: known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
- Gamma-terpinene: a potent antioxidant, Chinese medicine believes that this constituent may halt the advance of unwelcome microbes, reducing the risk of colds and 'flu-like symptoms.'
- Beta-pinene: a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown beta-pinene to support the body through inflammation, to help calm the mind and to ease the body from the ‘fight or flight' response
PRODUCT & EMOTIONS Lime, like other citrus oils, is a wonderful tool for emotional support! Citrus oils evoke the sense of warm, sunny, carefree days which are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. One major reason for this is because citrus oils contain the constituent Limonene, a compound that is a potent free radical scavenger. Free radicals cause oxidative stress and damage to the body at a cellular level, therefore affecting every body system. Less oxidative stress from free radicals is a key for less negative emotions.
Limonene is wonderful for boosting the mood and may increase the amount of calming neurotransmitters in the brain. When we are feeling worried, stressed or indecisive we have a difficult time accessing the right side of our brains, and citrus oils are a great tool! Citrus oils are stimulating to the right side of the brain and can help us work through these emotional blocks.
Emotionally, Lime is linked to feeling unmotivated. Apply a couple drops of Lime over your lungs to help get some motivation going and promote feelings of clarity, harmony, motivation, and positivity!
PRODUCT OPTIONS
- Lime Essential Oil
- Lime Vitality Essential Oil
- Coconut Lime Body Butter Lime is also a key component of the Stress Away Essential Oil Blend, Stress Away Roll-On and the Stress Away Bath Bombs!
DAILY HABITS WITH LIME
- Note: Lime Vitality and Lime are the same essential oil.
- Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a crisp, happy aroma to any area of your home.
- ½ cup uncooked rice
- ¼ cup Epsom salt
- 1 cup dried lavender buds
- Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
- 30 drops Lime
- 20 drops Lavender
- In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture. Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch. Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent. Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
- Mix Lime & Rosemary with magnesium flakes or epsom salt for a relaxing bath soak.
- Make this Summer Sunshine Roller to wear as perfume any time of year:
- 20 drops Lime
- 10 drops Stress Away
- 5 drops each Lavender, Lemon, Vanilla
- Carrier of choice
- Show your muscles a little TLC after hitting the gym or even after standing all day (or for those middle of the night leg cramps!:
- 2oz pump bottle OR 30mL roller bottle
- 15 drops Cypress
- 20 drops Lime
- Carrier of choice
- Apply to legs to support healthy circulation.
- Make this Brightening Cranberry Clay Mask for an at-home facial:
- ¼ cup fresh, organic cranberries
- ¼ tsp Rhassoul clay
- 1 tsp organic, greek yogurt
- 1 tsp honey
- 3 drops each Lime, Geranium (optional)
- ¼ cup of water
- Blend cranberries into a paste, then add remaining ingredients. Add water last and add until desired consistency. Apply to the face and let sit for 10-15 minutes before removing with warm water or a warm cloth.
- Add Lime to your beauty routine to freshen and cleanse skin!
- T-Zone roller (or serum):
- 10mL roller bottle
- 10 drops Lime
- 5 drops Lavender
- 5 drops Tea Tree
- Fill with carrier or choice
- Apply to t-zone or oily areas of skin as needed (even blemishes!)
- Add Lime Vitality to any of your favorite dishes - guacamole, marinades and dressings, baked proteins like chicken or salmon, smoothies, anything you would use lime zest! Note: Lime Vitality and Lime are the same essential oil.
- Add 2 drops to homemade (or store bought!) guacamole
- Add 2-3 drops to chipotle cilantro rice
- Add 2 drops per bowl to chicken tortilla soup
- Add 3-5 drops to olive oil and marinate chicken for grilling
- Make Unicorn Juice for a daily wellness shot:
- 1-2 oz NingXia Red
- 1 teaspoon Sulfurzyme Powder
- 2-3 drops Lime Vitality essential oil
- Water
- Whip up this Avocado Lime Dip anytime you want a nutritious snack:
- 2 large avocados
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2-3 drops Lime Vitality
- Combine all ingredients in food processor and process until fully combined
- Add a drop of Lime Vitality to your daily NingXia Red and to your water glass throughout the day. Note: Lime Vitality and Lime are the same essential oil.
DIFFUSE Diffuse this crisp citrus oil to bring a little bit of summer to your home. Pair Lime with other citrus oils, with herbaceous oils like Lavender and Rosemary, or with candle-inspired blends to add a lighter note to the fragrance:
- Spring Breeze: 4 drops each Lime, Rosemary, Grapefruit
- Herb Garden: 4 drops Lime, 3 drops Lavender, 3 drops Rosemary, 2 drops Basil
- Seaside: 5 drops Lime, 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Spearmint
- Capri Blue Volcano: 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce, 4 drops Grapefruit, 2 drops Geranium, 2 drops Tangerine, 1 drop Lime
- Spring Clean: 4 drops each of Rosemary, Lemon, Lime
- Bright Side: 5 drops Valor, 4 drops Envision, 3 drops Lime
- Good Vibes: 3 drops Valor, 2 drop each Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange, Lime, 1 drops Spearmint
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