Common Names – Lime
Scientific Names – Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus latifolia, Citrus hystrix, Citrus limetta, Citrus limonia, Citrus australasica
While not as popular as other citrus essential oils (orange, for instance), lime essential oil is a valuable ally to crystal healing. Even in itself, lime essential oils offer many benefits to the mind, body, and spirit. When used alongside crystals, its powers are even greater. However, given its acidity, is it safe to use a lime essential oil with crystals? In this post, I will answer that and more on how to use lime essential oil with crystals safely and effectively.
Lime is a citrus fruit from the Rutaceae family. Available in many different species, lime trees and shrubs are evergreen. The lime tree can be found in many parts of the world, particularly in the tropical and subtropical regions.
While not as popular as other citrus oils because it’s much more “common”, lime essential oil shouldn’t be overlooked either. I personally like lime essential oil blends because of their sharp, fruity, and fresh aroma that invigorates me. I always carry it around with me whenever I need an energy booster. Its refreshing and cleansing citrus scent never fails to revitalize me.
When it comes to crystals, lime oil works best with stones that provide healing, energy, and creativity. It’s also excellent for promoting mental clarity, abundance, and inner peace. If those are your intentions for working with crystals, I’d definitely recommend using lime essential oil alongside your other healing and manifesting tools.
Benefits of Lime Essential Oil
Many of us are more familiar with the practical uses of lime in the household: i.e., removing grease spots and cleaning kitchen counters. However, lime essential oil uses are more than its household cleansing properties.
From providing tons of health benefits to promoting good fortune and abundance around the home, lime essential oil benefits are almost endless. Here are some of the top uses lime essential oil has.
Physical Uses
Lime shines best in its healing and restorative powers. Moreover, it can be used as an antiseptic, astringent, and disinfectant. Below are just a few of lime oil uses:
Emotional Uses
Emotionally and mentally, lime essential oil has the following benefits:
Metaphysical Uses
Lime essential oil can help with the following:
How to Use Lime Essential Oil Safely
Lime essential oil is safe to use most of the time. However, it’s still potent and can be phototoxic.
Phototoxicity or photoirritation is a toxic reaction that can occur when you get sun exposure after applying certain substances on your skin like lime oil. While not all kinds of lime essential oils are toxic, it’s known that cold-pressed lime essential oil is. Steam-distilled lime essential oil is much safer.
Regardless of the distillation method, however, avoid applying lime essential oil directly to the skin. Always dilute lime oil or use a carrier oil alongside it. According to IFRA, the maximum topical application is 0.7%.
Sun exposure could lead to skin-related afflictions like phytophotodermatitis and photodermatitis.
Do a patch test first before using it completely.
While these guidelines are created with topical use in mind, be extra careful when ingesting lime essential oil. Be sure to dilute it with water before intake to avoid adverse reactions.
How to Use Lime Essential Oil With Your Crystals
Lime essential oil becomes even more powerful when used alongside specific crystals. Take note, though, that not all crystals are safe with essential oils. Crystals that are either too soft or contain trace metals and chemicals should avoid contact as much as possible. Of course, there are exceptions. Therefore, it’s important to research each crystal to be safe.
The practice of using crystals with essential oils varies from one person to another. If you’re not sure how to do it, you can use this ritual I devised:
What You’ll Need
- A crystal of your choice
- Bottle rollers
- Your crystal ritual kit, including containers, incense, and grid boards
How to Use Crystals with Lime Essential Oils
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Step 1
Gather your crystals, lime essential oils, and other tools you may need.
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Step 2
Clear your space with incense or herbs.
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Step 3
Diffuse lime essential oil. Leave some for later use.
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Step 4
Hold your crystal in one hand.
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Step 5
Meditate. During this step, state your intentions and affirmations. Remember to be clear and visualize it in your mind for a more powerful and effective manifestation.
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Step 6
After meditation, you may infuse it with some of the crystals with essential oils. You can also put the lime essential oil and crystals inside the bottle rollers.
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Step 7
Thank the crystals and essential oils for their help. Clear your area and put them back in a safe place like an altar.
Later, you can use your lime essential oil-infused crystals to promote positivity and heal various ailments. There are also bottles with crystal rollers on top. Simply put your lime essential oil in these special bottles for a healing and happiness boost!
Crystals That Enhance the Power of Lime
Lime essential oil can enhance the metaphysical and healing powers of specific crystals. Here are some of the best crystals to pair with lime:
Lapis Lazuli
Known as the crystal of wisdom, Lapis Lazuli is a powerful crystal that promotes mental clarity and inner peace. Lime essential oil is also noted for its ability to cleanse, clear, and purify. If your intention is to find truth and clear your mind, combining these two could help you sift through the fog of illusions. Lapis Lazuli also boosts intuition and memory. Moreover, it reduces stress and promotes calm. All of these attributes can be enhanced by lime essential oil.
Citrine
Vibrant and cheerful citrine is usually paired with lemon to promote happiness. However, it also works well with other citrus oils, particularly lime. When lime and citrine are combined together, expect joy and positivity to be abound in your home.
Petoskey Stone
Learn more about Petoskey Stone
While Petoskey Stone may not be as popular as other more well-known crystals, it’s one of the best stones to pair with lime essential oil. Highly beneficial to the digestive system and also known for its detoxification abilities, Petoskey stone is best for those who want to manifest healing. It can also be used to boost creativity.
Clear Quartz
Clear Quartz is a master healer, and as such, it works well with essential oils that promote healing. If you want to boost the healing that lime essential oil offers, use it with clear quartz. This crystal will magnify the healing powers lime essential oil already has. Additionally, clear quartz can be used in reiki healing which removes the blockages that cause fatigue, stress, and pain.
Fluorite
An excellent stone for preventing infections and inflammation, fluorite works well with lime essential oil, which is known for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, fluorite energizes the body. Combining it with lime essential oil will surely refresh and revitalize the senses.
Where to Source Your Lime Essential Oil
If you’re not sure where to get lime essential oils, we’ve listed some reputable sources below that aren’t from MLM companies:
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Plant Therapy
Plant Therapy’s lime essential oil is the perfect choice for those who are on a budget. You can choose between a one-time purchase or subscribing to receive their lime essential oil monthly with a reduced cost of 10%. Made from cold-pressed lime peels, make sure to dilute it first before using.
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Eden’s Garden
Eden’s Garden is another reputable, non-MLM lime essential oil seller. The company prides itself in selling ethically-sourced essential oils, including lime. You can download its GC/MS report on its webpage.
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Revive
Possibly the most affordable lime essential oil on this list, Revive’s product also offers subscription plans. Revive also offers money-back guarantee, so if you aren’t satisfied with their product, you can return it, open or unopened.
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Far & Wild
Need a slightly larger bottle? Far & Wild’s lime essential oil is available in 15ml bottles, which is bigger than most. Plus, if you’re looking for steam-distilled lime essential oil, I recommend getting Far & Wild.
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Rocky Mountain Oils
Rocky Mountain Oils also offer 15ml lime essential oils but at a lower price. However, it uses cold-pressing as an extraction method instead of steam-distillation. While it runs the risk of phototoxicity, it’s still safe as long as you handle it carefully.
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Simply Earth
Simply Earth’s lime essential oil is also available at 15ml, and it’s so far the most affordable one of its kind on this list. It’s also made using cold-pressing. Plus, they provide free recipes on their blog using lime essential oil.
Conclusion
Lime, also known as citrus aurantifolia, is effective for revitalizing and reenergizing the body, mind, and spirit. Use it with crystals that boost energy, promote healing, and enhance mental clarity to enjoy its benefits even more.