Latin name: Citrus limonum

Family: Rutaceae

Planet: Sun It has a fresh and sharp citrus fragrance. Due to its antiseptic properties, it was thoughtto be useful in malaria treatment for a long time. Can be used against insect bites. Lemon draws it’s name from the Arabic “laimun” and from the Persian “limun” a generic term for citrus fruit. It is a popular flavoring and aromatic substance in the food and cosmetics field.

Composition: Linalool (alcohol), citral, citronellal (aldehydes), cadinene (sesquiterpene), bisabolene, camphene, dipentene, limonene, pinene, phellandrene (terpene).

Effect on skin: Brightens pale and dull complexions by removing dead skin cells. It has an effective cleansing effect on oily skin and hair. It has a strengthening effect on fragile nails.