Lemon

Lemon tree fruits contain high amounts of vitamin C, vitamin B and provitamin A, flavonoids, sterols, fatty acids, coumarins, carotenoids, carbohydrates and essential substances.

Lemon juice acts as an antiseptic, disinfectant and is used as a preservative. From the peels, seeds and flowers, essential oils are then pressed, which are used both in cosmetics and in aromatherapy.

In the cosmetics industry, lemons have the function of a natural skin lightener and toner due to their high vitamin C content. It unifies the color tone of the skin, lightens age spots and freckles. It is strongly antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and astringent, which is why it is used as first aid for cuts, insect bites or eczema. Lemon essential oil has a detoxifying effect that regulates sebum production, making it suitable for oily skin. It revives and rejuvenates tired skin.

Lemon also acts preventively against hair loss and dandruff formation, helps to strengthen the hair and refreshes the scalp.