Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Lemon




citrus limonium--is cold expressed from the outer part of the fresh peel. Bright, sharp, clean, sparkling, slightly green, it is a familiar scent to many, as it is used extensively as a fragrance component in cosmetics, perfumes, and soaps. Combines with almost any other oil.


CAUTIONS: Generally considered non-toxic. Possible irritant and sensitizer, especially with old oils. Dilute well for topical use.  PHOTO TOXIC.  Do NOT use on skin exposed to sunlight.


CHARACTER: "Refreshing Cleanser” “Breath of Fresh Air”Purifying, Stimulating, Directional, Versatile, Focused “Fresh Truth and Orderly Light”  

    

ETHERIC COLORS:  Golden Lime Green, Light Violet, Pale Gold

NUMBER: 7

ELEMENT: Some say Air and light Fire; some say Water and Earth

PERFUME NOTE: Top

Blending Factor: 4

GEM/CRYSTALS: Water Jade (Serpentine), Ametrine, Yellow Jasper, Prehnite, Yellow Apatite, Chrysoprase, Sodalite, K2 Granite, Scolecite, Malachite, Citrine, Fluorite, Yellow Calcite


ASTRO: Mercury, Sun, Virgo, Gemini, Aquarius

CHAKRAS:  Solar, Throat, subtle Third Eye

MUSICAL:  E or G; violin, flute, crisp percussion, quick lively

ENERGY TYPE:  2, 4; Cool & Dry

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Monoterpene


USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Joy, Emotional clarity, Awareness, Concentration, attention, and problem solving, alert, focus, clean beginnings


USED TO FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: Resentful, Depressed, Bitter, Apathetic, Lethargic, Indecisive, Distrustful, Mental block, Stressed, Mentally Fatigued, Mental Fog,  Irrational, Fearful, Anxiety.


USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL PROBLEMS: Infectious diseases, Colds, Fever, Asthma, Heartburn, Rheumatism, insect bites, Digestive problems, Respiratory problems, Sore throat, Urinary stones 


PROPERTIES: germicide, astringent, heart tonic, acid neutralizing, stimulates immune system, lymphatic decongestant, anti-viral and purifies air. 


BLENDS: Arrowhead, Brave Heart,  Caldera, Chaco, Citrine, Cinnamon Bears,  Deep River,  Gingerbread, Kayenta,  Lemon Meringue,  Manipura,  Obsidian,   Ocean Jasper,   Pirates,  Point Sublime,  Princess Bride, Rose Spirit,  Shaman,  Sitalpu,  Spiral Jetty,  Symphony,  Sunrise, Thunderbird,  Tomahawk,  Yellowstone,

 

Components include limonene,  a-pinene, camphene, b-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, a-terpinene, linalool, b-bisabolene, limonene, trans-a-bergamotene, nerol and neral.


ARCHETYPES: ATHLETE, WORKAHOLIC, CHILD ETERNAL, LIBERATOR, NETWORKER,  ORGANIZER, HONEST MESSENGER, LIGHT BRINGER


PERSONALITY:

+Mostly ENFJ--A knack for seeing the silver lining when dealing with disappointment.

+Breath of fresh air on a summer’s day. Positively wonderful to have around.

+Lively and casual—unbothered by the struggles and strains of living.

+Very active people with a sense of energy. Sparkling, full of life.

+Positive approach, unshakable confidence. “Never doubt yourself”

+Often reach the top of their chosen profession. Much sought after on the work front.

+Original, intuitive, thoughtful, energetic.

+Can be a workaholic if they enjoy their work, letting it dominate their life, but with a casual air about it. If they lose a business deal, they will not fret.

+Always have an answer to life’s problems.

+Never seem to have any illnesses. Germs pass them by.

+Athletic, and love sports and competition.

+Usually do not bear grudges, unless in the negative mode.

-If negative, can be inclined to be sharp and critical, sarcastic, with mood swings.

-If burnout causes negativity, can be re-adjusted with a vacation under the sun and blue skies, and using essential oils.

(updated Feb. 25, 2026)

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