

Lime tree reaches a height of 5 meters, belongs to the genus of citrus. The main area of growth is South Asia, India, Mexico, South America. Essential oil is light, fluid, from pale yellow to yellow-green hue. The aroma is light, refreshing, citrus.
. Obtained by pressing from the skin of the fruit of Mexican sour lime.
Therapeutic and prophylactic properties
It has antipyretic, cough, analgesic, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory action. It helps to strengthen the immune system, normalize high blood pressure, protects the body from colds, reduces inflammation during ENT infection.
Used to slow down the aging process, smoothing wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and elasticity, with cellulite. Tightens pores, helps to eliminate acne and fat metabolism. Strengthens the hair structure, prevents their loss and dandruff.
Activates the creative side of the personality, increases activity and the ability to positive change, helps with depression, eliminates the feeling of being lost and lonely.
- inhalation
a) Hot inhalations: Add 1-2 drops of lime essential oil to a container with hot water, cover your head with a towel, close your eyes and lean over this solution. Inhale the vapors for 3-10 minutes.
b) Cold inhalations: Put 1-2 drops of essential oil into the aromamedallion or put on a napkin and inhale during the day.
- Aromatization of air
Fill the aroma lamp with hot water, add 5-7 drops of essential oil per 20m2 area. Place a lighted candle in the lower part of the aroma lamp. Do not allow boiling water, from time to time you need to add water. The duration of the procedure is 15-30 minutes.
- Massage
Essential oil (3-5 drops) mix with 1-2 tablespoons of any cosmetic oil (jojoba, peach, almond, etc.) or massage cream, apply on the skin, carry out a massage procedure.
- Aromatic bath
To a bath filled with water (37-38 ° C) add a mixture of essential oil (5-7 drops) with 1 tablespoon of emulsifier (milk, honey or sea salt). The duration of the procedure is 15-30 minutes. After bathing, do not rinse, wipe the body with a towel.
Compress
In 1 liter of water at room temperature, stir 15-20 drops of essential oil, then immerse in this water cotton fabric, slightly squeeze and apply on the sore spot, cover with compress paper, then with warming cloth. Procedure time from 15 to 40 minutes
- Rinse the mouth and nasopharynx
To 1 teaspoon of honey add 4-5 drops of essential oil, dissolve the mixture in 200 ml. warm water. Rinse your mouth and spit out the liquid. Carry out the procedure daily 2-3 times a day.
Oily mixtures for cosmetic procedures.
In one teaspoon of any cosmetic oil (jojoba, peach or olive) add 1-2 drops of essential oil, mix thoroughly
- Enrichment of cosmetics
To 10-15 ml. cream, tonic, gel, shampoo, etc. Add 3-5 drops of lime essential oil, mix thoroughly, use as directed. To care for the skin of the face and neck, apply a few drops of the mixture to the tips of the fingers and rub into the skin with light massaging movements. To cleanse the skin of the face and neck, apply a few drops of the mixture onto a swab moistened with warm water and wipe the skin.
- Hair care
To prepare a hair mask, add 3-5 drops of essential oil per tablespoon of fatty oil (almond or jojoba). Rub this mixture into the scalp, then wrap the hair with a towel and leave for 2 hours. After the procedure is recommended to wash the hair with shampoo.
Before using the essential oil, it is necessary to test for the absence of an allergic reaction. Mix a drop of essential oil with 1/3 teaspoon of vegetable oil and apply on the inner surface of the forearm or behind the ear. Apply 3–3 drops of essential oil to a handkerchief and during the day periodically inhale. The use of the test oil is possible if after 12 hours there is no allergic reaction on the skin, headache, cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, swelling of the face.
Do not use in pure form. Do not apply inside. Be sure to comply with the recommended dosage. For children and the elderly, the recommended dose is 1/4 - 1/3 of the adult dose specified in the instructions. Avoid getting essential oils in the eyes. If the essential oil comes into contact with the eyes or mucous membranes, rinse with plenty of water.