Lime Oil

Lime Oil BP Grade (British Pharmacopeia):
This incredible oil is known for its purifying properties and used as an internal cleanser. Lime oil is obtained from a citrus plant of family Rutaceae called Citrus aurantifolia. It is also called West Indian lime, Mexican and Sour lime. It is originally obtained from Asia and is now cultivated in many other countries like India, America, West Indies, and Southern Europe. The oil tastes sweet and has a citrus scent. Lime oil is a used for its fresh, energizing and cheerful aroma.

Know Specification of the Oil:

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Product	LIME OIL
Botanical source	Citrus Aurantifolia
Part of the plant used	Fruits
CAS NO.	8008-26-2
Origin	Indian
Color	Slightly yellow colored fluid liquid
Odor	Pleasant, fresh and characteristic
PHYSIO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES-
Refractive Index	Between 1.365 to 1.587
Optical rotation	(+12) to (+63) degree
weight/ml	0.715 to 0.978 gm/liter
Storage	Well fitted container in cool and dark place

LIME OIL HISTORY:
Lime trees are found in Asia, but now they are popularly cultivated in many warm countries.This tree was introduced by Arabs to European countries. LIMES have significant quantities of VITAMIN C and are often used by ship’s crew to prevent themselves from scurvy.

HOW TO MAKE (Extraction Process):
Lime Oil is extracted from fresh lime peels by the cold compressed method.or from dried peels by steam distillation.

LIME OIL PROPERTIES:
It is light green to pale yellow-orange in color. Lime Oil has a fresh, bitter, sweet, and citrusy odor. It has antiseptic, insecticide, bactericide, astringent, antiviral, anti-scorbutic, febrifuge, hemostatic, and restorative properties.

LIME OIL CONSTITUENTS:
The main constituents of this oil is Myrcene, octanal, sabinene, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, limonene, cineole, geranial, geranyl acetate linalool, borneol, traces of neral acetate & Geranyl acetate.

LIME OIL BLENDING WELL WITH:
This amazing oil blends well with other essential oils like Palmarosa, Bergamot, Neroli, clary sage, Lavender oil and ylang ylang oil.

9 IMPRESSIVE USES AND BENEFITS OF LIME OIL:

1. This oil helps to release mental fatigue, anxiety, depression or apathy. It uplifts the tired mind and has stimulating effects.
2. Digestive system – this oil is rich in antioxidants and stimulates the digestive system and encourages appetite.
3. Cosmetics – this oil is used in creams and lotions.it acts as an astringent and has refreshing and toning properties. Pure lime oil helps to clear oily skin.
4. Respiratory discomforts – This oil helps to ease congestion, cough, and catarrh. It acts as a tonic and boosts the immune system.It prevents and fights viral infections which cause mumps, common cold, measles, etc.
5. Food industry – It is widely used in squashes, beverages, sorbets, and other industrial products.
6. Treats infections – It has antiseptic properties and can protect against the development of infections.when consumed, it helps to treat infections of the mouth, colon, intestines, throat, and urinary system. oil is very effective in curing gangrene, sores, ulcers, carbuncles, psoriasis, and eczema.
7. Toothache – This essential oil acts as an astringent and helps in relieving toothaches. Lime essential oil helps to strengthen the grip of gums on the teeth. It tightens loose muscles and gives a feeling of fitness, firmness, and youth.
8. Increases Appetite – lime oil serves as an appetizer.it activates the digestive juices and increases hunger.
9. Disinfectant – This oil has disinfectant properties. It protects the food from getting spoiled. It may cure microbial infections in the urinary tract, genitals, colon, and kidneys. It protects the wounds from infection.

SAFETY MEASURES:

• If exposed to direct sunlight after application of lime oil, it can cause photo-sensitivity.
• It is non-toxic and non-irritant

Lime Oil Where to Buy in India?
AOS Products Pvt Ltd provides 100% natural Lime Essential Oil as per Food, Cosmetic, and Pharma Grade in India. So, If you are searching to buy this 100% pure oil, you can contact us directly via our email. We export BP grade of this amazing oil from India and offer the best quality at a competitive price product.