Lemon Essential Oil is one of the most popular essential oils because of its versatile uses and energizing properties. The antioxidant and antibacterial properties of this oil help detoxify and eliminate free radicals while regenerating and boosting the immune system. And once you discover what’s possible with the help of lemon oil, you’ll want to stock up on some for yourself.

That’s exactly what we’re here to talk about today – what is lemon essential oil used for? There are five key uses we’re going to highlight today. We hate to spoil things for you, but here they are:

1. Improve digestion
2. Relieve respiratory problems
3. Boost oral health
4. Improve nail health
5. Help with acne

Want to learn more about the properties of lemon essential oil, how to use it for these use cases listed above, and where to get the best lemon oil? Keep reading – we’re going to take a deep dive into the world of lemon oil in this complete guide!

What Are The Properties Of Lemon Essential Oil?

Beforew we explain what lemon essential oil is used for, we want to highlight some of the general properties this potent essential oil offers. Just a few drops can aid you in cleansing, purifying, and energizing a space – while you can also use lemon oil topically to help with your skin and nails. Or, use it through an aromatherapy diffuser to improve digestion, respiratory problems, and more!

Properties: Cleansing, purifying, energizing

• Detoxify: Start your day by drinking a glass of warm water with a drop of lemon EO added. It will help flush out the toxins.
• Disinfect surfaces: Add a few drops to a bottle of spray bottle and use to clean surfaces.
• Freshen the room: Diffuse in a room to purify and freshen the air.

What Is Lemon Essential Oil Used For? Our 5 Favorite Uses

Now that you know a bit more about the properties lemon oil offers, we’re going to go in-depth to answer the question – what is lemon essential oil used for? We’ve already covered what exactly our five favorite uses are in the intro of this article. But now, we’re going to explain why lemon oil works so well for these use-cases. And, we’re going to teach you how to actually use it. Let’s start with improving digestion with a few drops of lemon oil.

Improve Digestion

The natural detoxifying properties of Lemon Essential Oil help support indigestion and balance the stomach.

Add 1 drop of our Lemon Essential Oil to a teaspoon of honey and then add in a cup of water to help detoxify. The honey will help the essential oil disperse in your water.

Relieve Respiratory Problems

The antibacterial and antioxidant properties of Lemon Essential Oil help protect the respiratory system against infections and viruses by fighting bacteria and germs.

Dilute 3 drops of our Lemon Essential Oil in a bowl filled with hot water, lower your head above the bowl and slowly inhale the steam. The anti-inflammatory properties of this oil help reduce congestion while supporting the respiratory system.

Oral Health Booster

The antiseptic and antibacterial properties of Lemon Essential Oil are some of the reasons why this oil is crucial in maintaining high oral and teeth health.

Boost your oral hygiene by mixing 3 drops of our Lemon Essential Oil, 3 drops of our Fractionated Coconut Carrier Oil and a teaspoon of baking soda and use the paste as a regular toothpaste up to two times a week. This also helps whiten your teeth! If you want to really take your oral health to the next level, though, check out our guide on using essential oil as a

Nail Booster

Refresh and revive the look of your nails by  cleaning them with our Lemon Essential Oil. After removing the nail polish from your nails, apply 4 drops of Lemon Essential Oil on a cotton pad and gently clean your nails.

The anti-fungal and antibacterial properties of this oil help eliminate bacteria while brightening up the nails and giving them a shiny, polished look.

Acne-spot Treatment

Reduce inflammation and swelling caused by acne by applying 2 drops of our Lemon Essential Oil on a cotton swab and gently cleanse the inflamed area. The antibacterial and antioxidant properties of this oil help cleanse the skin and boost skin cell regeneration.

Want to learn more about using essential oils for acne? We wrote a complete guide on the topic – take a look.

Our Favorite Lemon Oil Recipes

Now that you know how to use lemon oil for all five of the uses above, we’re going to share some of our absolute favorite recipes that combine lemon with the power of other essential oils. From face scrubs to cleansing sprays, we’ve got something for everyone in this section!

Soothing facial scrub

Mix 2 tablespoon of sugar, 3 drops of Lemon and 4 drops of Grapeseed Carrier Oil and use the scrub as regular facial scrub.

The antioxidant properties of Lemon help unclog pores and deeply cleanse the skin, while the anti-inflammatory properties of Grapeseed Carrier Oil help soothe and nourish the skin, reducing redness and swelling.

All-purpose cleaning spray

The antibacterial and antiseptic properties of Lemon make it a perfect ingredient for a DIY all-purpose cleaning products, such as cleaning sprays and paste.

Add 30 drops of Lemon Essential Oil, 30 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil, 2 cups of distilled water, and 2 cups of white vinegar to a glass spray bottle. Then, secure the lid and shake the bottle to help distribute the oils. It is also key to shake the bottle before each use.

The Peppermint Essential Oil helps cleanse surfaces, preventing fungal and mold growth, while Lemon Essential Oil helps refresh and polish the surfaces. If you want to see some other essential oils cleaning recipes, take a look at this blog post. 

What Is Lemon Essential Oil Used For? Closing Thoughts

Well, there you have it. We’ve covered everything you need to know about lemon oil. You’ve learned what the properties of this potent oil are, and more importantly, you’ve learned what you can use lemon essential oils for. At this point, you’re well on your way to incorporating lemon into your aromatherapy regimen.

There’s just one final step: buying essential oils at Revive.

Not only do we have pure lemon oil, but we also have essential oil rollers that can help make topical application simple and easy on the go. We also have essential oil sets to help you round out your regimen. With the purest therapeutic grade oils and ultra-low prices, there’s no reason not to switch to Revive today. Experience the difference for yourself!