dōTERRA Lime

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Frequently Asked Questions about dōTERRA Lime

How to use dōTERRA Lime oil?

doTERRA Lime essential oil can be used topically, aromatically and as a food additive.

Is Lime essential oil from the rind of the limes?

Yes, it is! It doTERRA Lime essential oil is cold pressed from the peel of the lime and is refreshing and energising in both aroma and taste.

What is dōTERRA Lime oil good for?

Lime essential oil features in many of our DIY recipes - Lemon / Lime Bars, Dishwasher Tablets, Bath Bombs, Mint Lime Foot Soak and Chicken Kebabs. Lime really is such a versatile essential oil! You can check out our Recipes here.

What are the benefits of Lime essential oil?

Its main benefits are:

• Tart, sweet food flavouring

• Purifies the air

• Positively affects mood with stimulating and refreshing properties

Lime Essential Oil Product Description

Famous for its distinct flavour and aroma, the lime fruit has seemingly endless applications for cooking, cleaning, personal care, and more. Much like the fruit, there are also many uses for Lime essential oil. Whether you want to add some zest to your smoothie or fill the room with an energising aroma, once you use Lime oil, it will soon become a major staple in your daily essential oil use.

Lime Essential Oil Uses and Benefits

1. Known for its purifying properties, Lime essential oil is often used as an internal cleanser.* Lime oil may also support healthy immune function.* When you want to reap these internal benefits, consider adding a drop or two of Lime oil to your water glass or water bottle to enhance the flavour and provide antioxidant support.* If you want a flavourful drink that isn’t soda or full of sugar, you can also place a drop of Lemon and a drop of Lime oil in your water for a refreshing, sweet flavour.
    

2. Looking for a flavourful side dish to take to your next party? You can always add a drop of Lime essential oil to homemade salsa to give it an extra punch of flavour. Lime oil is also a delicious addition to corn. Take a look at our essential oil recipe for Grilled Corn, which uses the flavours of Lime oil, cilantro, garlic, and cayenne pepper to turn regular corn on the cob into your new favourite snack. If you want a delicious side dish that is also guilt-free, try our Spicy Sweet Potato Fries with Avocado Lime Dip. This unique essential oil recipe is the perfect addition to your next movie night, birthday party, or family get-together.
    

3. Not only does Lime essential oil taste sweet, it also has a tart, citrus scent as well. This aroma is perfect for when you want to brighten a room or make your home feel clean or fresh. To utilise the smell of Lime oil around your house, try our Spring Fling Room Spray DIY.Simply combine Lemon, Grapefruit, and Lime oil with distilled water into a glass spray bottle and spray the concoction around your home or any area that could use a more cheerful scent.
    

4. If you are a fan of fruity or sweet drinks, Lime oil is your new best friend. Lime essential oil will add a tart, naturally sweet flavour to your favourite slushies, smoothies, or drinks. For cooling relief on a hot summer’s day, try our Non-Alcoholic Cranberry & Lime Spritzer, which uses four simple ingredients to create a one-of-a-kind taste. For another simple Lime beverage, mix up a batch of this Raspberry Limeade. This delicious summer favourite gives you all the flavour without all of the processed sugars and preservatives that are added to store-bought lemonades.
    

5. While the cleansing properties of Lime essential oil can be helpful for internal cleansing* or cleaning the house, you can also use Lime oil to help purify the skin and hair. Consider adding one or two drops of Lime essential oil to your face wash or shampoo to yield the benefits of added cleansing properties. To use Lime oil for hair, just combine with a few drops of Melaleuca and give yourself a scalp massage in the shower. When you want to use Lime essential oil for skin, try our Ginger Lime Brown Sugar Scrub. You can easily make this facial scrub at home, and it will leave your skin softer and more exfoliated.
    

6. Possibly one of the most common uses for the lime fruit is to add a tart, sweet flavour to dishes like chicken. This is also true for Lime essential oil—it can dress up any boring dinner when you are looking to add a little flavour. These Lime Chicken Tacos are a delicious twist on a classic favourite, bursting full of sweet and savoury flavours. If you are looking for another way to incorporate Lime essential oil into your dinner plans, check out our Honey Lime Chicken Wings. With doTERRA Lime oil, soy sauce, Tabasco sauce, garlic, and more, this essential oil recipe has plenty of kick to it, and will soon become a summertime favourite to make on the grill.
    

7. Because it has such a unique and stimulating scent, there are many benefits that come from diffusing Lime essential oil. The refreshing properties of Lime oil can positively affect mood when diffused. Lime oil can also promote well-being and emotional balance, so it is a good idea to diffuse Lime on days when you need to centre and balance your emotions, or if you aren’t feeling your best. While diffusing Lime oil can help lift your mood, you can also diffuse this oil when you simply want to cleanse the air in your kitchen, bedroom, office, or entire home.
    

8. Like Lemon oil, doTERRA Lime essential oil comes in handy for cleaning. There are countless ways to use Lime oil for cleaning, whether you want to get rid of a sticky mess, clean your countertops, or purify your hands. When you are left with a sticky, goopy, or greasy mess, you can use Lime essential oil to remove grease spots or residue left behind by stickers. Simply place a few drops of Lime oil on a cotton pad and rub down the sticky area until the residue or spot is gone. To keep your dishes extra clean (and smelling lovely), try our DIY Dish Soap, which uses Lime, Lemon, and Citrus Bliss® essential oil. This combination will leave your kitchen smelling great while giving your dishes a beautiful shine.
    

9. Though it has many uses, the key lime (the same fruit that is used to produce Lime essential oil) has gained a lot of popularity for its use in Key lime pie. While lime flavouring is useful for adding zest to weeknight dinners, or sweetness to our favourite drinks, it is also a very common flavour for desserts. If you are looking for a fun way to use Lime essential oil, take a look at our recipe for Citrus Coconut Popsicles. These tasty morsels of frozen citrus flavour are perfect for those times when you want to enjoy a cold treat on a warm summer night. For a healthier twist on dessert, consider trying this Key Lime Pie Parfait, which uses the delicious flavours of honey, yogurt, lime, and granola to produce a simple, yet favourite dessert.

Looking for more delicious Lime essential oil recipes? Take a look at some of our favourites below:

Strawberry Citrus Slush
Strawberry Almond Salad with Raspberry Lime Vinaigrette
Steamed Shellfish in Asian Broth
Crockpot Vegan Pinto Beans
Tropical Green Smoothie
Jalapeno and Goat Cheese Hummus
Sautéed Tomatillo Salsa

Plant Description

Citrus aurantifolia, also known as the Key lime, is the juicy, aromatic citrus fruit used for doTERRA Lime essential oil. Key limes grow on small, shrubby trees that have leaves, thorns, and flowers. The Key lime fruit is typically ripe when the flowers of the tree have blossomed. Thought to be native to areas in Southeast Asia, the Key lime gained popularity in the Florida Keys, where it was grown and used as a main ingredient for Key lime pie—hence the name. After the citrus aurantifolia is harvested, the peel is cold pressed to produce a tart, refreshing essential oil.

Chemistry of Lime Essential Oil

Main Chemical Components: Limonene, beta-pinene, y-terpinene

One of the primary constituents of Lime essential oil, beta pinene, is commonly used in perfumery. Additionally, some studies have shown that beta pinene has an effect on the monoaminergic system of the brain, which includes many of the brain’s chemicals and neurotransmitters. These studies have shown that beta pinene may help support balance of brain chemistry, possibly helping reduce sad feelings.* Lime essential oil also includes the chemical constituent limonene, which contributes to Lime’s cleansing ability*, and its stimulating and enhancing effects on mood. The chemical makeup of Lime is what makes the oil so fragrant, uplifting, cleansing, and stimulating.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.