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(Citrus aurantifolia)
Refreshing and uplifting. Traditionally used to support healthy breathing, immune response, pancreas, gallbladder and liver function. Distilled, thus not phototoxic.

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Lime, distilled
Citrus aurantifolia

Plant Origin: Mexico
Method: Steam distilled peel (Distilled citrus oils are bergaptene free, which means they are NOT phototoxic)
Cultivation: Unsprayed (grown organically but not certified)
Chemical Family: Monoterpene
Aroma: Fresh, citrus, fruity, sweet
Note (Evaporation Rate): Top

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot #120
limonene 46.59%
gamma terpinene 13.25%
terpinolene 11.28%
alpha terpineol 6.64%
beta pinene 1.94%

Lime oil is typically expressed or distilled. The peel of the unripe fruit is cold expressed or the peel and/or the whole ripe fruit is steam distilled. Cold pressed Lime has an intensely fresh citrus, rich and sweet aroma, while distilled Lime's aroma is sharper and less sweet. HEO Lime oil is obtained by steam distillation of the fruit rinds, and since it is distilled it does not have a phototoxic effect on the skin. We offer only steam distilled Lime oil because the cold pressed lime oil is one of the most powerful photosensitizers and carries a great risk if used topically in UV light. As a safety precaution, we have not felt to carry cold expressed Lime. Feel free to use HEO's Lime as a fresh addition to skincare products such as lip balms, aftershave, lotions and so on.

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable

Therapeutic Uses
Lime oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:

Antimicrobial
Antiseptic

Anxiety

Appetite - loss

Astringent

Bacteria

Bee deterrent

Bleeding, external

Blood, purify, stimulates white blood corpuscles

Bronchitis

Cellulite

Cough

Colds

Digestion, gas, indigestion

Fatigue

Fever

Flu

Fluid retention

Gallbladder
Grief

Insect bites, stings
Hot Flashes

Lethargy

Liver

Mental clarity, exhaustion
Night Sweats

Nosebleed

Pancreas

Parasites
Parasympathetic Nervous System

Skin oily, smoothing, toning

Stress

Throat infections, sore

Uplifting

Virus

Warts

Hopewell Essential Oil Blend containing Distilled Lime
Relax

Aromatherapy Literature
Purchon/Cantele note that Lime "helps to stop external bleeding such as from nosebleeds and wounds and after tooth extraction." They also mention that Lime "stimulates the production of white corpuscles. Combined with its antibacterial and fever-lowering action, this makes it an extremely valuable oil in the treatment of sore throat, bronchitis, coughs, throat infections, colds and influenza."

Shirley and Len Price wrote that Bergamot produces a "mouth-watering aroma" when inhaled before meals, thus possibly improving or stimulating appetite.

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)

Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. Tested at 15% dilution on two panels of 25 volunteers, it was not irritating (Tisserand).

Since Lime does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler
A blend of Bergamot and Lime produces a mouth-watering aroma when used in a diffuser before meals.

Internal: HEO's Lime is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt, Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.
Click here for more information about internal usage.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. My son tripped over the cord to his lava lamp, and the glass broke spilling the green "lava" on our living room carpet. It was a very waxy substance, so I soaked up as much as possible, then left it to dry. I used Lime essential oil all over the large stain, and was shocked at how effective this was. After several applications, it dissolved the waxy goop and removed the stain! L.L.

2. When I had a drippy nose that just would not quit (literally blowing my nose every 5 minutes or it would drip anyway), someone told me to run a drop of Lime down the top of my nose and also on the upper lip (under my nose). It worked! :) Other people do the same with Lemon. As preventative/maintenance, I've been putting about 3 drops of liquid coconut oil with 1 drop of Lime on the bottom of each foot morning and evening. It seems to keep me breathing better, especially at night. - Teresa

3. My family loves the Lime oil! What a wonderful fragrance! - Margaret D.

Safety
Hopewell Lime is steam distilled and not photo-sentisizing. (Expressed Lime oil is photosensitizing, so avoid applying it to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or UV light.)

Distilled Lime is non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2002, pages 224-226.
Enlighten Alternative Healing, Emotions and Essential Oils (Grief).
Price, Shirley and Len, Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Third Edition, Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2008.
Purchon, Nerys; Cantele, Lora, Complete Aromatheapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness, page 76-77.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, pages 236-237.
Wildwood, Chrissie, Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, Bloomsbury Publishing, 1996, page 272
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 597.

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