Alqvimia Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil is one of the essential oils richest in vitamins. The essence is obtained by pressing the outer part of the pericarp or rind of the fruit. 4.000 lemons are necessary to obtain 1 kg of Essential Oil.
Among its properties and benefits are:
At Cosmetic Level: astringent, dermoprotective, regenerating, reducing, detoxifying, tonic, rejuvenating, unifies skin tone, eliminating small spots and imperfections.
At Therapeutic Level: hypotensive, antimicrobial, carminative, cleansing, synergistic to homogenize aromatherapy formulas.
At the psychological level: Refreshing and clarifying, it stimulates the mind, brings order, balance and well-being.
It is one of the 12 basic essential oils. Toning and balancing of the skin, to be used in almost all facial magisterial formulas. With cleansing properties at the body level, which makes it highly indicated in the fight against cellulite and in reducing treatments in general. It enhances synergies with other essential oils, so it should be present in all master formulas.
Mode of use
There are different ways to apply and use Essential Oils and Essential Oil Preparations:
SKIN APPLICATION:
- face use: we recommend a ratio of 99% Carrier Oil plus 1% Essential Oil. This translates into 2 drops of Essential Oil for every 10 ml. of Carrier Oil.
- Body use: we recommend a proportion of 97% Carrier Oil plus 3% Essential Oil, which means 6 drops of Essential Oil per 10 ml. of Carrier Oil.
APPLICATION MODE:
- Diffuser: the use of diffusers without heat such as the ALQVIMIA Flask is recommended, since heat modifies the properties of essential oils. Use a maximum of 10 drops of Essential Oil Preparation in the diffuser.
- Bath: dilute a maximum of 10-15 drops of Essential Oil Preparation in a small amount of milk (vegetable or animal), yogurt, honey, salt or Bath Gel. This is because essential oils are not soluble in water and need a vehicle to dissolve in the bath.
- Vapor Inhalation: apply a maximum of 5 drops of the Essential Oil Preparation on a pan of hot water with approximately 1-2 liters of water, and inhale, covering the head and pan with a towel, to maintain the steam for longer.
- Sauna: dilute a maximum of 2 drops of the Essential Oil Preparation for every 500ml used in the sauna.
- Air freshener spray: the use of Alqvimia Anti-Stress Cologne Water is recommended.
Composition:
CITRUS MEDICA LIMONUM (LEMON) PEEL OIL, LIMONENE*, CITRAL*, GERINOL*, LINALOOL*. *Natural components of essential oils.