Lime Essential Oil

Botanical name

Citrus aurantifolia

Extraction Method

Steam Distillation

Raw Material Origin

Italy

Aromatic Note

Bright and cool, like morning light falling on dewdrops.
Its freshness carries a living movement — like a gentle sea breeze where sparkling tartness meets a soft sweetness.
The scent of lime doesn’t just invigorate — it awakens attentiveness to the moment, releases inner heaviness, and calls for clarity, where every detail of reality is seen in pure light.

What the scent brings to light in the subconscious

Resonates with information in the collective unconscious connected to pathological social structures where extreme measures of violence, cruelty, and destruction are applied. It highlights deep distortions in which the value of life is diminished, and the suffering of others becomes normalized or even justified by the environment. This may relate to experiences of warfare, mass violence, systemic suppression, or humiliation. If you have witnessed or participated in such events, or live with the echoes of this trauma (such as PTSD), lime essential oil can gently open space for awareness, inner protection, and gradual recovery.

Emotional & Psychological Impact

Helps bring to the surface memories and traces of experienced violence from the depths of the subconscious, so they can be recognized and released. Supports the restoration of a sense of safety, trust, and inner stability. Encourages the return of the ability to interact with others without fear, strengthens dignity and the value of life, and helps restore the feeling that the world can be a place to live, not just to survive.

Cultural Roots & Traditional Use

Introduced to Europe by Arab traders, lime became a symbol of freshness and purification. During the Age of Discovery, lime was actively used on ships as a means of preventing scurvy, saving the lives of countless sailors—hence the nickname 'limeys' for British sailors. Its aroma is associated with alertness and mental clarity, and in some countries, it is still used in morning rituals to 'wake the spirit.' 

Unlike most lime oils, which are cold-pressed and phototoxic, this one is steam distilled, making it safe for the skin and giving the aroma a softer, rounder character. Lime is often included in cleansing blends for spaces, believed to disperse stagnant or heavy energy and fill the area with vitality.

Blend Compatibility

Pairs beautifully with other citrus oils such as lemon, sweet orange, and grapefruit, as well as fresh herbs like basil, rosemary, and peppermint. Also complements floral notes like lavender and neroli.

Interesting Facts

• Lime was brought to Europe by Arab traders and became a symbol of freshness and purification.
• During the Age of Discovery, lime was actively used on ships as a means of preventing scurvy, saving sailors’ lives—leading to British sailors being nicknamed 'limeys.'
• The aroma of lime is associated with alertness and mental clarity—in some countries, it is still used in morning rituals to 'wake the spirit.'
• Unlike most lime oils obtained by cold pressing (and phototoxic), this oil is steam distilled, making it safe for the skin and giving the aroma a softer, rounder character.
• Lime is often added to cleansing blends for rooms—believed to disperse stagnant or heavy energy and fill the space with vitality.

Fragrant Message

Like a green spark in the darkness, 

it reminds you that life is precious 

and that even after deep wounds, 

the soul can return to the light.