Lemongrass Essential Oil | 10ml

Description  Lemongrass Essential Oil (Cymbopogon citratus) Aroma Lemongrass essential oil has a sweet, robust, lemony aroma and a subtle hay-like and earthy undertone. The plant Lemongrass is a fresh grass with red stems. It grows to approximately 3 feet in height. The extraction The oil is exacted by steam distillation from the fresh leaves that have been partially dried and finely chopped. Effects  Lemongrass essential is a revitalising essential oil that lifts the body and spirit, so it is helpful for re-energising, reviving and stimulating. It can be used to refresh and tone tired muscles and loose skin. The deodorising action of lemongrass is also helpful for keeping away insects, pests and fleas. History Lemongrass oil is one of India’s favoured oils, known as ‘choomana poolu’, referring to the plant’s red grass stems. Other names include ‘Indian Melissa’ or ‘Indian Verbena’. Now the West Indies are the leading exporter of lemongrass essential oil. Chemical constituents Farnesol, Geraniol, Nerol (Alcohols), Citral, Citronellal (Aldehydes), Limonene, and Myrcene (Terpenes). Blending Lemongrass essential oil blends well with bergamot, cedarwood, lavender, rosemary geranium and other citrus oils.