Lemon Essential Oil presents a crisp citrus profile with sharp zest, light sweetness, and a faint green bitterness. The aroma is clean and energetic rather than juicy, with a volatile sparkle that opens compositions quickly. It reads fresh and transparent, adding clarity without weight.

Lemon functions primarily as a top note, defining the opening of a fragrance.

Recommended concentration: 0.5–8%

Particularly effective in:
Citrus, fresh, and cologne-style compositions
Aromatic and herbal blends needing brightness

Blends well with:
Other citrus oils (bergamot, orange, petitgrain)
Aromatics (lavender, rosemary, basil)
Light woods, musks, and ambers for balance

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including candles, soaps, room sprays, and home fragrance

Due to its volatility, lemon is often supported with fixatives or longer-lasting citrus materials.

Material Type: Essential oil
Botanical Name: Citrus limon
Plant Part: Peel
Extraction Method: Cold expression
CAS Number: 8008-56-8
Origin: Australia
Odour Profile: Fresh citrus, zesty, clean, lightly bitter
Appearance: Pale yellow to greenish liqui
Solubility: Soluble in oil and alcohol
Key Components Limonene, β-pinene, γ-terpinene, citral (neral & geranial), linalool (trace)

For external use only, Do not ingest.
Phototoxic; adhere to IFRA limits for leave-on products
Dilute before skin application
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 3–4 years when stored correctly