Huile essentielle de citron vert

We process and ship all orders within 1–2 business days.

Most customers receive their orders within 4–7 business days, depending on location and carrier performance.

Once your order ships, you’ll receive a tracking number via email/sms to follow your delivery in real time.

Delivery times may vary slightly during peak seasons or weather conditions but we always aim to get your order to you as quickly as possible.

Q: What does Lime Essential Oil smell like, and how is it produced?
A: Bright, zesty, and sparkling-citrusy with a crisp, juicy peel note. It’s typically cold-pressed from Citrus aurantifolia rind; a steam-distilled version also exists with a softer, less “peely” aroma.

Q: Is Lime Essential Oil phototoxic?
A: Cold-pressed lime oil can be phototoxic—avoid sun/UV exposure on treated skin for 12–24 hours and keep facial/body use at low dilutions. Steam-distilled lime is generally considered non-phototoxic, but always use conservative dilutions and patch test.

Q: How do I use it safely on skin and in massage?
A: Always dilute. Face: 0.2–0.5% (1–3 drops per 30 ml carrier). Body: 0.5–2% (3–12 drops per 30 ml). Patch test first, avoid eyes and mucous membranes, and use externally only.

Q: How much should I use in a diffuser, soaps, or candles, and what does it blend with?
A: Diffuser: 3–6 drops per 100 ml water. For soaps/candles, follow your base supplier’s EO limits and test small batches (citrus oils can fade with heat). Lovely pairings: mint (peppermint, spearmint) for freshness, herbals (rosemary, basil) for clarity, florals (lavender, neroli) for balance, and woods (cedarwood) for depth.

Q: Any storage tips or shelf life notes?
A: Citrus oils oxidize quickly. Keep tightly capped in a cool, dark place; use within 1–2 years for best quality. Discard if the aroma turns sharp or “solventy.”