Lemongrass Essential Oil

Lemongrass Essential Oil is steam distilled from grass leaves. There are two types of Lemongrass essential oil, this traditional type and a hydrodiffused, which is steam dislled with the grass in water. The traditional is more dry, in scent, and has a stronger anchor than the hydrodiffused.

Therapeutic Use: Lemongrass essential oil is well known for its detoxing effect on the tissues, where it has a strong therapeutic effect on congested skin. Also a great antiseptic and a good choice for natural cleaning solutions where the anti-depressant activity will help to create an uplifting environment. Lemongrass is a powerful oil and should be used in low dilution only to avoid irritation.

Fragrance Impact: With its clean, lemon like fragrance Lemongrass is uplifting and pleasant, with a slight earthiness. A great choice when you need to give a blend some lift.

SPECIFICATIONS

GUIDELINESS

Skin Care: 0.05 - 0.1%
Body / Hair Care: 0.1 - 0.5%
Spot Treatment: Not recommended

FRAGRANCE BUILDING

• top note / slight middle bridge
• sharp citrus / strong lemon scent
• combines well with food type notes, especially ginger, the sweet citrus oils, green notes, herbals and cineole's

APPLICATIONS

• BATH / BODY / SKIN
  
  • clarifying
  • acne
  • oil control
  • detoxing
• PSYCHOLOGICAL / EMOTIONAL
  
  • uplifting
  • stimulating
  • anti-depressant

BLENDING TIPS

• for a detoxing effect try combining with ginger and grapefruit
• for a great environmental cleaner try combining with lavender and eucalyptus
  

Caution: Aromatherapy warns against the use of Lemongrass during pregnancy.