Botanical name: Citrus medica limonum
Parts used: Fruit peel
Country of origin: Italy

Lemon essential oil is extracted from the rind of the fruit, lemon's fresh, uplifting aroma is very cheering, and has antiseptic and astringent properties. Add lemon essential oil to our Fragrance Free product range to suit oily skin, and it is also excellent for greasy hair when used with one of our shampoo bases or added to the rinsing water. Lemon is a very refreshing and stimulating essential oil.

Precautions: Lemon oil is phototoxic and should therefore not be used before going into the sun or using a sunbed. It can cause irritation and sensitization and should be used used in moderation.