A refreshing, cleansing and stimulating tonic on the body. May cauyse irritation of the skin.
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County of Origin | India |
Botanical Family | Poaceae |
Therapeutic Properties | Analgesic, anti-anxiety, anti-bacterial, anti-depressant, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-septic, anti-viral, CNS tonic, digestive tonic, febrifuge, insect repellent, tonic |
Chemical Family | Aldehydes |
Approx. Shelf Life | 4 years |
Plant Parts | Grass |
Note Classification | Top | Middle |
Method of Extraction | Steam Distilled |
Blends well with | Geranium, Lavender, Jasmine |
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.
12/01/2014
My Favorite
Lemongrass is one of my favorite essential oils. Along with a fresh smell, one of the components is myrcene, which helps with pain and disperses blood from an injury. It will irritate the skin, so please use a carrier oil with it.