Hier komt een stukje algemene tekst, met daaronder een opsomming van alle EO’s die ik wil bespreken. Vervolgens kun je op de naam klikken en dan verschijnt er een nieuwe pagina met foto waar je alle info kunt vinden over die EO. ook het woord aromatheek even uitleggen.
Lemon + foto
Peppermint + foto
etc. etc.
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Therapeutic Properties
Analgesic: The main component, d-limonene, has significant antinociceptive activity (reduces the sensation of pain). Hirota et al. (2010) suggested this might be due to its considerable anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities.
Anti-inflammatory: Lemon essential oil and d-limonene are inhibitors of 5-LOX (Baylac and Racine 2003). The essential oil displays good anti-inflammatory activity (Mitoshi et al. 2014). See also analgesic.
Antibacterial: Limonene is often found in oils with strong antimicrobial actions (Lang and Buchbauer 2012).
Antidepressant: Lemon oil has antidepressant effects (Perry and Perry 2006). The inhalation of d-limonene has anxiolytic action (reduces anxiety) (Lima et al. 2012c). Lemon essential oil, and its components limonene and citral can decrease both physical and psychological stress (Fukumoto et al. 2007).
Antioxidant: One of the components, γ-terpinene, is an LDL antioxidant (Takahashi et al. 2003).
Antispasmodic: The antispasmodic actions oflLemon are likely due in part to the presence of d-limonene, a vasorelaxant.
Antiviral: Although there is no research to support that lemon oil is antiviral, many Aromatherapists feel citrus oils high in d-limonene can assist with overcoming a virus. This might be due to the ability of d-limonene to activate white blood cells and fight infection.
Astringent: Many citrus oils, including Lemon and those containing high levels of monoterpenes (such as limonene), can contract and tighten the tissues.
Cooling: Lemon has a cooling effect. It evaporates quickly on contact with the skin, giving rise to a cooling sensation, and its anti-inflammatory actions reduce heat in the tissues.
Diuretic: When used in a blend, lemon can contribute to a diuretic effect.
Immunostimulant: With its antibacterial and antioxidant actions, anti-inflammatory actions, and activating, tonic effects on the mind and body, Lemon essential oil can be used to help support the immune system and promote well-being.
Liver support/protector: d-Limonene can increase the rate of synthesis of glutathione S-transferase in the liver. This is an important enzyme in detoxification pathways (Tisserand and Young 2014). Bodake et al. (2002) and Ozbek et al. (2003) noted that d-limonene had hepatoprotective action.
Skin penetration enhancer: d-Limonene, the principle component, enhances skin penetration (Takayama and Nagai 1994).
Aroma
Lemon essential oil has a fresh, sharp citrus top note, followed by sweet, fresh lemony notes. It has low tenacity. The immediate effect is attributed by d-limonene, and then the aldehyde geranial (which shows up in very small amounts) augments the citrus elements, and the aroma becomes sweeter and fruitier, more lemony and less sharp.
In natural perfumery, lemon is used to impart fresh citrus nuances in top notes. These notes don’t last long, but offer more of a first impression. It’s exactly the same in Aromatherapy blends!
Notes on Chemical Components
Recent research shows the constituent limonene to be both preventive and curative of breast cancer in rats. Significant levels of limonene can be found in many citrus oils.
Clinical Applications
Circulation: Lemon can help reduce swelling and pain associated with varicose veins, especially if combined with cypress and patchouli. See Blending Ideas.
Mood: Its antidepressant actions mean that lemon is very good in diffuser blends and topical blends for lifting the mood. Lemon can inhibit cholinesterase (Oboh, Olasehinde and Ademosun 2014), and thus has cognition-enhancing potential.
Musculoskeletal: Lemon can be added to blends to counteract pain and inflammation. It works well with lavender, geranium, juniper berry, frankincense, ginger, black pepper, and patchouli.
Skin: Lemon is very useful for skin care. Its penetrating, astringent, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory actions mean that it is particularly useful for acne and blemishes.
Well-being: Like juniper berry, lemon is an immune system stimulant, and protects and nourishes the liver. I often add it to diffuser blends. It adds freshness to the aroma and disinfects the air when others in the house are sick. I use it in my body care products, as it supports the immune system and defends the body against infections. It is also good for reducing nausea, especially when combined with peppermint.
Safety Data
Phototoxic (when used in a blend at more than 12 drops per 1 ounce/30 ml). Otherwise non-toxic, though it may cause skin irritation. Use in low dilution (1-2%) when applying to the skin, such as in bath or massage oils. Older, oxidized oils increase the potential for skin irritation. It’s best to buy citrus oils from organically-grown fruit, as citrus trees are heavily sprayed. The citrus oils are cold-pressed, and the pesticides come through the process and are found in the oils.