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Lemon Tea Tree
Leptospermum petersonii
Chemotype: citral-rich type
- PLANT PART
- leaves
- EXTRACTION
- steam distillation
- AROMA NOTE
- top
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Aroma & character
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- Aroma intensity
- 70 / 100
- Note layer
- top
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A LITTLE CARE GOES A LONG WAY
Using it thoughtfully
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- Cited dermal maximum · leave-on
- 13.33%
- Phototoxicity
- Not flagged in this profile
- Oxidation risk
- medium
A cited maximum is a limit, not a suggested dilution. Missing restrictions do not establish safety.
No furocoumarin-based phototoxic restriction was identified in the consulted public sources for Leptospermum petersonii oil.
Contraindications & cautions
- moderateLemon tea tree oil (Leptospermum petersonii) is rich in citral and related aldehydes (citral, geraniol, citronellol, limonene); the citral fraction is a recognized skin sensitizer, so the oil should always be diluted before topical use and avoided on sensitive, damaged, or allergy-prone skin.
- minorNot recommended for use on children under 6 years old.
- minorConsult a healthcare professional before using during pregnancy and nursing.
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THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE SCENT
Inside the oil
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About this composition
This record is anchored to a public Australian GC/MS certificate for Lemon Tea Tree oil. The profile is citral-rich, led by geranial and neral alongside citronellal, with smaller citronellol and linalool fractions.
| Constituent | Typical amount | Reported range | Chemical family | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geranial | 30.2% | 30.2–30.2% | monoterpene aldehyde | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 46 |
| Citronellal | 27.45% | 27.45–27.45% | monoterpene aldehyde | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 29 |
| Neral | 21.43% | 21.43–21.43% | monoterpene aldehyde | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 42 |
| Citronellol | 3.37% | 3.37–3.37% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 41 |
| Geraniol | 2.71% | 2.71–2.71% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 43 |
| Isopulegol | 2.66% | 2.66–2.66% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 28 |
| Linalool | 2.11% | 2.11–2.11% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 22 |
| alpha-Terpineol | 0.09% | 0.09–0.09% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceCertificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512 line 37 |
Profile source: Certificate of Analysis LEMON TEA TREE LTT420EO512; Lemon Scented Tea Tree Oil IFRA 51st Amendment · https://www.lgbotanicals.com/assets/images/Certificate%20of%20Analysis%20LEMON%20TEA%20TREE%20LTT420EO512.pdf ; https://www.nativeoilsaustralia.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/lemon-scented-tea-tree-ifra-51st-amendment.pdf
A TRADITION OF BOTANICAL CURIOSITY
Traditional & reported uses
These uses reflect the profile's reported traditions and literature. They are not established treatment recommendations.
- traditionally used in aromatherapy for a fresh, cleansing atmosphere
- reported to support respiratory comfort when diffused
- used in household and personal-care blends valued for its lemony, citronella-like freshness
- traditionally associated with supporting mental clarity and alertness
- used in skin-care blends for its traditional reputation as a purifying, refreshing note
For aromatherapy and wellness use only — not medical advice. Effect statements are traditional/reported associations, not treatment claims. The Synergy Rating scores blend craft, harmony and safety, not medical efficacy. Read the safety framework.
What we're still learning · 2 data gaps
Good decisions start with knowing what is — and isn't — in the evidence.
- The `max_dermal_pct` value reflects IFRA Category 4 from a current public conformity certificate rather than a directly published Tisserand and Young numeric leave-on limit for lemon tea tree oil.
- Odor intensity 70 is an archive normalization from AromaWeb's public 'Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong' language rather than a native published 0-100 sensory measurement.