UVC and most of UVB are absorbed by the ozone layer in the earth's stratosphere. Ultraviolet light causes sunburning and damages the skin's elastic protein, collagen. It is also a major factor in the development of the skin cancers rodent ulcer (BASAL CELL CARCINOMA), MALIGNANT MELANOMA and SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA.
Lemon oil is extracted from the peel of the fruit. People with photosensitivity should not spend a great deal of time on a beach without protection. Lemon oil can be diluted and used to treat bad breath. Lemon oil may be helpful in treating burns. Lemon oil may be used in facial products to protect against blemishes.
Lemon verbena oil helps to banish depression and relaxes as well as refreshes the body and mind, while uplifting the spirits and promoting stress control. Summary This oil helps with nervous conditions, especially those that manifest as digestive complaints and is a wonderful liver tonic, while it has a softening effect on the skin and help to reduce puffiness as well.