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Profile: Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Commonly known as: Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil (I.N.C.I.), Corymbia citriodora.
Botanical name: Corymbia citriodora (Hook.) K.D.Hill & L.A.S.Johnson / Eucalyptus citriodora Hook.
Extraction process: Complete distillation by steam entrainment of leaves sourced from organic farming.
Family: Myrtaceae.
Part of the plant extracted: Leaves.
Location: Africa, South America, China, tropical and temperate regions of Eastern Australia.
Flowering: From June to August.
Provenance, origin: Congo.
Phytochemical composition: Monoterpenols (citronellol, neo-isopulegol, isopulegol, linalool, geraniol, eucalyptol), monoterpenic aldehyde (citronellal), aromatic phenols (eugenol), monoterpenes (limonene), terpenic aldehydes (citral).
Sensorial properties: Appearance: Liquid; Colour: Pale yellow to orange; Scent: Citrusy, sharp, zesty.
Physical characteristics: Density: 0.860 - 0.882 g/cm3; Refractive Index: 1.445 - 1.460.
Benefits: Soothing, anti-inflammatory.
Concerns: All skin types, especially sensitive, uncomfortable skin.

Details

Applications

  • Facial Care(serums, creams, mists);

  • Body Care(balms, oils).

Method of Preservation

Keep protected from air, light and heat.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

Potentially allergenic. When applied topically,do not useon babies under 3 months oldand on pregnant women less than 3 months along.

Some natural compounds found in this essential oil, such as citronellol, may pose an allergy risk for certain sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic composition (according to the 7th Amendment of the European Directive on cosmetic products (2003/15/EC)).

As a general rule, always perform an application test of your preparation in the crook of your elbow, at least 48 hours before using it.

Find out more

Eucalyptus plants are native to Australia. The trade of eucalyptus dates back to 1860, in the state of Victoria. Today, there are at least 600 species of eucalyptus worldwide, of which 30 are used in medicine and/or cosmetics. Lemon Eucalyptus is recognised for its anti-inflammatory properties. Its essential oil thus soothes skin irritations and discomforts.