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Citrus limonum
Also known as: True Lemon, Citronnier, Limone

Description:
Cold-pressed from the fresh peel of Citrus limonum, lemon essential oil is one of the most recognisable and widely used citrus oils in both natural perfumery and aromatherapy. It has a bright, sharp, sparkling aroma with sweet, tart, and slightly green undertones. Its fresh and volatile nature makes it a top note that adds liveliness and radiance to any fragrance composition.

Note Family: Citrus
Texture: Zesty, effervescent, light, volatile
Emotion: Uplifting, clarifying, joyful, clean
Analogy: Freshly peeled lemon, sunlit garden, clean linen, lemon zest on fingertips

Blends Well With:

Other Citrus: Orange, Bergamot, Lime, Grapefruit

Herbal: Rosemary, Basil, Thyme, Lemongrass

Floral: Lavender, Neroli, Rose

Woods & Resins: Frankincense, Myrrh, Cedarwood

Spices: Ginger, Black Pepper, Coriander

Lemon lifts a blend with its crisp brightness, often used in colognes, herbal compositions, and detox-style aromatherapy accords.

Extraction Method:

Cold pressing of fresh lemon peel

Regions:

Commonly produced in Italy, Spain, California, and Argentina

Safety Note:
Cold-pressed lemon oil contains furanocoumarins and is phototoxic. Care should be taken with topical applications in sun-exposed areas. A distilled lemon oil is available as a safer alternative for leave-on products.

Unique Characteristics:

Highly volatile: offers strong top-note presence but fades quickly

Often used in natural cleaning products, eaux de cologne, and bright, youthful perfumes

Known to oxidise quickly—store in a cool, dark place with minimal air exposure