Antiviral: This essential oil helps to fight and protect against viral infections which may cause the common cold, mumps, measles, pox and other similar diseases.
Astringent: Being an astringent, lime essential oil helps to cure toothaches, strengthen the grip of gums on the teeth and protect them from falling out. It also tightens loose muscles and gives a feeling of firmness, fitness and youth. This property can also be used to cure diarrhea. The final important benefit of astringents are their ability to stop hemorrhaging by contracting blood vessels.