-
Lemon-Scented Tea Tree is a shrub to small tree occurring naturally in SE Queensland and northern New South Wales, often favouring moist soils. the highly aromatic leaves yield an essential oil valued for its lovely lemony aroma.
We source premium Lemon-Scented Tea Tree oil from established plantations grown and harvested in northern New South Wales.
Lemon-Scented Tea Tree Essential Oil:
Botanical name: Leptospermum petersonii
Common names: Lemon-Scented Tea Tree, Lemon Tea Tree.
Ingredients: 100% pure Leptospermum petersonii leaf oil
Plant part used: leafy tops
Method of extraction: Steam distillation
Place of origin: Tatham, NSW, Australia.
Key constituents: Citrals, including Geranial, Neral, and Cis Citral.
Aroma: Refreshing, with a sweet and clean, lemon aroma.
-
Lemon-Scented Tea Tree Essential Oil:
Therapeutic Actions: Antiinflamatory, antiseptic, antiviral.
Emotional Qualities: Calming, grounding, centering, soothing.
Key Benefits:
relieves stress and anxiety; meditation
stimulates and supports the circulatory system
ease muscle and joint pain
Other uses: insect repellant, cleaning, room freshener.
-
Using Lemon-Scented Tea Tree Essential Oil:
Topically: Dilute in carrier oil at 2-4% (4-8 drops per 10ml) for general topical application.
Facial: Dilute in carrier oil at 0.5-1% (1-2 drops per 10ml).
Massage: 5-10 drops per 100ml carrier/massage oil.
Aromatherapy: Add a few drops to an aromatherapy diffuser or vaporiser or into a warm bath.
Safety Guidelines:
When used at the recommended dilution rates (see above), essential oils are generally regarded as safe to use. Avoid direct contact with undiluted essential oils.
It is recommended to seek medical advice before using essential oils if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have serious health issues.
For external use only. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
If skin irritation occurs, discontinue use and seek medical advice if symptoms persist.
Store away from light, below 30ºC.
