Lemongrass - Cymbopogon citratus

History: In Indian medicine, it is used for infectious illness, fever, menstrual and digestion problems, and applied it to the skin to treat ringworm. In Brazil, it is used to calm nervousness and for stomach disorders. In Thailand, it is a favorite herb for flavoring food dishes.

Characteristics:  Lemongrass Essential Oil has a fresh earthy, citrusy scent.

Clinical Studies:

Indications: Used to improve digestion, to balance the nervous system, calm, reduce stress, promote sleep, to open breathing and sinus passages, uplift moods, revive, improve alertness, to reduce inflammation and swollen tissues, to tone the skin, increase lactation and repel insects.

Personality Profile:

Subtle Aromatherapy:

Mode of Administration: Aroma lamp, bath (with proper fixed oil), compress, diffusor, food and drink, hair products, inhaler, light bulb ring, lotion, massage, mist spray.

Safety: Nontoxic, skin irritant, avoid in pregnancy.

References:
Battaglia, S.  The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2005
Tisserand R. Young R.  Essential Oil Safety, second edition.  Churchhill Livingstone, UK, 2013
Sheppard-Hanger S. The Aromatherapy Practitioner Reference Manual.  Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, USA, 2000
Caddy R. Essential Oils in Colour.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2005
Lawless J. The encyclopaedia of Essential Oils.  Element Books Limited, GB, 1992
Caddy R. the Essential Blending Guide.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2007
Weaver W.W. Sauer’s Herbal Cures.  Routledge, UK, 2001
World Wide Web Encyclopeadia Britannica. USA, 2014
Photos attribution – istock Photos

Safety Considerations:
        Do not take essential oils internally.
        Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.
        Do not apply undiluted to skin (for directions on proper dilution refer to an aromatherapy text).
        The information on this website is not intended to diagnose or prescribe.
        Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting a healthcare provider.
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        You should not use this information for treating a health problem or disease or to make a self-diagnosis.
        Contact your Health Care provider immediately if you suspect that you have a medical problem.

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