Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
Restoring, Invigorating, Refreshing, Good Tonic, Uplifting, Reviving.
Country of Origin India
Perfume Note Middle
Description of Scent
A fresh grassy - lemony scent
History
Has a very long history of being used in traditional Indian medicine as is a powerful antiseptic.
Extraction Method
Steam Distillation
Constituents
Citral, Limonene, Myrcene, Geraniol.
Properties
Antiseptic, Antifungal, Bactericidal, Galactagogue, Gastric Stimulant, Diuretic, Tonic, Stimulating.
Contraindications
Take Care With Especially Sensitive Skins.
General
Widely used in aiding the treatment of skin conditions like acne and Athelete's foot, an excellent insect repellent, also helpful for poor circulation, indigestion, infections, headaches and stress.
Safety
DILUTE TO 5% OR LESS IN A CARRIER OIL BEFORE SKIN APPLICATION. KEEP OUT OF EYES. DO NOT SWALLOW.
