Botanica Gaia Bio Sweet Lime Essential Oil | Citrus Limetta Risso | For Aromatherapy, Skincare and Perfume

Sweet Lime Essential Oil

Produced from the peel of Citrus limetta Risso in Australia, this pale-yellow top note has a light, sweet citrus character with green freshness and a soft floral undertone.

At a Glance

• Plant part: Peel
• Extraction: Cold pressed
• Olfactive role: Top note
• Profile: Light, citrus, sweet and green

Specifications

• Family: Rutaceae
• Common names: Sweet Lime, Limetta, Mosambi, Sweet Lemon
• Plant part: Peel
• Country of origin: Australia
• Appearance: Pale yellow
• Odour: Light, citrus, sweet and green
• Perfumery note: Top

Aromatic Profile

A bright and juicy citrus top note that feels softer and less sharply acidic than conventional lime, with green peel freshness, gentle sweetness and a light floral edge.

Blending Direction

• Adds lift to cologne, citrus, floral and fresh-green accords.
• Pairs directionally with neroli, lavender, rose, woods and other citrus materials.
• Blend late and minimise heat to preserve volatile top-note character.

Formulation & Usage

Sweet lime peel oils are usually monoterpene-rich and often limonene-dominant, with β-pinene, linalool and other volatiles varying by maturity and extraction.

Formulation Guidance

• Use antioxidant and low-headspace packaging where appropriate.

Applications

Natural Perfumery

• Perfume oils and fragrance compositions that feature this material’s distinctive aromatic profile
• Use as a top note in perfume oils and solid fragrances
• Suitable for perfume oils, aromatic blends and diffusion

Aromatic Products

• Diffuser and room-aroma blends
• Atmospheric and incense-inspired compositions

Skincare & Body Care

• Properly diluted oils, balms and emulsions
• Fragrance accents in rinse-off and leave-on products

Safety

• Do not ingest or apply undiluted to skin.
• Patch test the finished formula and do not use oxidised oil.
• Store tightly closed, cool and protected from light and air.