Lime (Cold Pressed) (Citrus aurantifolia) is a citrus essential oil with a sharp, zesty aroma and a top note. Cold press from fruit peel, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Bergamot (FCF), Blood Orange, Lavender. For topical use, keep dilution at or below 0.7%.
Lime (Cold Pressed) (Citrus aurantifolia) is a citrus essential oil, cold-pressed from the fruit peel, produced in Mexico and Peru. Its aroma is sharp, zesty, sitting as a top note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Bergamot (FCF), Sweet Orange, Lavender, Ylang Ylang (Complete). Keep topical use at or below 0.7%. It is noted for phototoxic, oxidation risk. Always patch-test first.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Top |
| Aroma family | Citrus |
| Chemical family | Monoterpene |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Cold press |
| Plant part | fruit peel |
| Origin | Mexico, Peru, Brazil |
| Blending factor | 7 |
| Volatility index | 1 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 0.5 |
| CAS number | 8008-26-2 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 0.7% |
| Max facial dilution | 0.7% |
| Pregnancy | No specific caution recorded |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted (from ~2 years) |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Phototoxic limit | 0.7% |
Safety flags
Evidence: Traditional — EODB: 3 GC-MS analyses (Citrus aurantifolia).
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
Plan safe amounts with our essential oil dilution calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Lime (Cold Pressed) smell like?
Lime (Cold Pressed) has a sharp, zesty aroma, classed as a citrus oil with a top note.
What is the safe dilution for Lime (Cold Pressed)?
For topical use, keep Lime (Cold Pressed) at or below 0.7%, and 0.7% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Lime (Cold Pressed) safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for Lime (Cold Pressed). That is not the same as it being established as safe — always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oil during pregnancy.
Is Lime (Cold Pressed) safe to use around children?
Lime (Cold Pressed) is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted (from around 2 years old). Consult a professional for young children.
Is Lime (Cold Pressed) safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Lime (Cold Pressed) blend well with?
Lime (Cold Pressed) pairs well with Bergamot (FCF), Blood Orange, Lavender, Ylang Ylang (Complete), Ginger.