Lemon

Botanical Name:	Citrus limon
Family:	Rutaceae
Country:	Brazil
Parts Used:	Peel/Cold pressed
Biochemical Class:	Monoterpene
Fragrance:	Fresh, sharp, sweet citrus
Perfume Note:	Top
Characteristics:	Refreshing, cooling, clearing, focusing
Properties:	Antibacterial (strep, spore bacteria, antifungal, antirheumatic, antitoxic, antiscorbutic, antispasmodic, astringent, cicatrizant, depurative, diaphoretic, febrifuge, haemostatic, rubefacient, insecticide, vermifuge, vasoconstrictor/decongestant, blood thinner
Indications/Uses
Cardio-Vascular:	Anemia, poor circulation, nose bleeds, phlebitis, varicose veins
Digestive:	Dyspepsia, sluggish/toxic liver
Endocrine:	Stimulant
Genito-Urinary:	Candida
Immune:	White blood cell defiency, colds, flu, contagious infections, congestion, airborne bacteria
Integumentary:	Abscesses, acne, boils, carbuncles, chilbains, cellulite, warts, couperose, skin spots, oily skin, thin/dull hair, wrinkles, infections
Muscular-Skeletal:	Rheumatism, arthritis, gout, flaccid muscles
Nervous:	Stress, tension
Respiratory:	Sore throat, bronchitis, catarrh, sinus infections, all respiratory infections
Emotional:	Resentment, apathetic, conflicting thoughts, fear
Chakra:	Solar plexus #3
Usage Notes
Method of Use:	Inhalation, massage (maximum 2%), compress
Cautions:	Moderately phototoxic, must not be exposed to sun or tanning bed for 12 hours after application, short shelf life, can irritate sensitive skin (especially older/oxidized oil)