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Lemongrass ethereal oil

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Botanical name: Cymbopogon flexuosus

Origin: Indonesia
Extraction: Steam distilled
Plant part: Grass
Scent: Strong, fresh, herbaceous and grass-lemony

Aromatherapy: Promote alertness, reduces stress, repels insects.

Skin/bodycare: Reduces inflammation and swollen tissues, tightens weak connective tissues, tones skin.

Blends well with: Bergamot, Rosemary, Lavender, Juniper berry, Hyssop, Pine, Rosewood, Basil, Cedarwood, Geranium, Neroli, Tea tree, Yarrow.

Precaution: Non-toxic, dermal irritating and/or sensitization in some individuals. Please dilute before using on skin.


The scent from Lemongrass is stimulating and refreshing, thus being used in holistic aromatherapy for a number of formulations to help increase alertness and promote concentration and focus – a good start in the morning! Modern research in India also reveals that Lemongrass acts as a sedative on the central nervous system.

Lemongrass EO is not only psychologically refreshing, but it also serves as a tonic for tightening weak connective tissue. The EO strengthens blood vessels and helps prevent varicose veins. It is beneficial for the treatment of sports injuries like bruises and pulled ligaments. It may be used as a cold compress or bandage, with Lemongrass EO diluted in a carrier oil.


Herbal Folk Tradition

Lemongrass was used for infectious illness and fever in traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine. In East India, lemongrass oil is combined with coconut oil to rub on lumbago, rheumatism and painful nerve ailments.

In the Caribbean, lemongrass baths are popular to ease soreness, and are also used for nervous and digestive problems.

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