Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil

Product Details

Botanical name: Backhousia Citriodora

Plant part(s) used: Leaves and twigs

Country of origin: Australia

Extraction method: Steam distillation.

Appearance and color: Clear, mobile, pale yellow to yellow liquid.

Aroma: Sweet, fresh, lemony aroma.

Shelf life: 3-4 years

Storage: Best stored at room temperature or refrigerated with caps closed. Please keep away from direct sunlight as UV rays damage the efficacy of essential oils.

Oil consistency:  Thin consistency

Family: Myrtaceae

Blends well with: Basil, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Lime, Tea tree, Thyme.

Common usage: Antibacterial and anti-fungal, treats Athlete’s Foot, headache relief, treat skin conditions such as acne, ease asthma when added to steaming water, insect repellent, help with bad breath and body odor, treat cuts and wounds, skin toning.

Edible: No

For kids: Yes

For pregnant or nursing mothers: Yes

Main chemical compounds: Citral, Citronellal, beta-Pinene, Linalool, beta-Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Cycolocitral.