Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil

LEMON MYRTLE ESSENTIAL OIL

With a scent like pure lemon citrus, essential oil Lemon Myrtle has become an absolute favourite within the natural health and wellness world.

If you’re wondering what Lemon Myrtle is used for, the answer is many things – from decongestion to general cleaning! Steam distilled from the leaves of the Australian-grown Backhousia citriodora tree, this popular Native Australian Essential Oil is well-liked for its strong and refreshingly sweet lemon-like aroma. Of all the lemon oils, this essential oil is particularly high in citral, accountable for its wonderful citrussy smell. Yet the benefits of lemon myrtle essential oil go beyond its beautiful scent, such as its ability to improve mental focus, eliminate bacteria, ease pain and inflammation, and calm the skin.

Now a highly popular essential oil for aromatherapy, Lemon Oil benefits can be appreciated either diffused and inhaled or diluted and applied topically. That beautiful citrussy scent also lends itself to perfumery, as well as being a favourite for sterilising surfaces around the home or as a natural insect deterrent.

• Rich in citral, Lemon Myrtle Oil contains powerful antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties – not to mention emitting that beautiful citrussy scent.
• A powerful skin protector, Lemon Myrtle’s antioxidant and antibacterial benefits help combat acne, reduce signs of ageing, and promote clearer, healthier skin.
• In aromatherapy, the cheerful and revitalising essence of Lemon Myrtle Oil has been seen to act as a natural stress reliever, bringing peace of mind to those feeling overwhelmed.
• The aromatic Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil benefits are also known to help improve concentration and focus the mind.
• When applied topically, the antimicrobial, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties within Lemon Myrtle Oil work together to help ease muscle pain and inflammation.
• The citral in Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil is also known to help ease chest congestion via inhalation or topical application.
• The potent antibacterial and antifungal properties within Lemon Myrtle Oil make it one of the best essential oils for cleaning; in fact, it has been seen to be more effective than Tea Tree Oil.
• Because of its subtly sweet, warm, and deeply refreshing aroma, Lemon Myrtle Oil is highly valued in high-end perfumery.

Lemon Myrtle Oil Key Benefits:

• Powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties
• Helps fight irritations and promotes healthy skin
• May help to improve acne and oily skin
• Antioxidants help slow the signs of ageing
• Known for its stress reducing benefits
• Seen to help concentration & focus
• Has a calming effect on the body and mind
• Beneficial for reducing muscle pain & inflammation
• Acts as a decongestant
• Great ingredient for natural cleaning products
• Can repel insects naturally

Lemon Myrtle Oil Therapeutic Properties:
Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Immune Support, Relaxant, Respiratory Aid

Lemon Myrtle Oil General Uses:
Aromatherapy, Cleaning, Massage, Meditation & Yoga, Personal Care, Skincare, Perfumes & Home fragrance

Lemon Myrtle Oil Emotional Benefits:
Calming, Balancing, Uplifting, Energizing, Clarifying

Lemon Myrtle Blends Well With:
Cypress, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Tea Tree and most citrus essential oils.

How to use Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil

• Diffuse: Add a few drops to an aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporiser and let the refreshing and uplifting aroma of Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil fill your space, helping improve your mindset or ease congestion.
• Topically: Add 4-6 drops of Lemon Myrtle Oil to a 15ml roller bottle and top with a carrier oil like Fractionated Coconut Oil to create an on-the-go balancing roller blend. Apply to your wrists, temples, behind your ears & bottoms of your feet. 
  See topical dilution guide below for safe topical application
  
• Bath: Add a few drops of Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil to a warm bath to promote relaxation and ease tension in the body.
• Foot Spa: Add Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil to a pool of warm water before soaking your feet to help relieve pain & inflammation.
• Skincare Addition: Use essential oils in your skincare formulations such as serums and moisturisers, or a few drops can be added to your existing skincare products to boost their benefits. 
• Household Cleaner: To create a natural cleaner for bathrooms and kitchens, add 15–20 drops of Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil to a full spray bottle of water and use to wipe down key areas that require a disinfectant. 

Topical Dilution Guidelines
Lemon Myrtle Oil is particularly potent, so the recommended topical application is less than the regular recommended amount. Please note that the following guidelines are recommended for healthy adults:

• General Use: 1 – 2% dilution (2 – 4 drops per 10ml)
• Facial Application: 0.5 – 1% dilution (1 – 2 drops per 10ml)