Lemongrass Essential Oil
(Cymbopogon citratus/ flexuosus)
Lemongrass Essential Oil has a fresh earthy and citrusy scent with a hint of smoke.
Found in these Essential Tonic Blends:
Therapeutic Properties:
analgesic, anthelmintic, antifungal, anti-infectious, antimicrobial, antiseptic, astringent, depurative, digestive, diuretic, tonic
Therapeutic Uses:
muscular aches and pains, gastrointestinal disorders, indigestion, colitis, diuretic, detoxifying, cellulite, fever, nonspecific infection, physical and mental exhaustion, acne, pimples, insect bites, insect repellent
Blends well with...
basil, black pepper, caraway seed, cedarwood, clary sage, coriander seed, cypress, eucalyptus peppermint, eucalyptus radiata, fennel (sweet), fragonia, geranium, ginger, immortelle, juniper berry, lavender (spike), manuka, orange (sweet), oregano, palmarosa, patchouli, peppermint, pimento berry, plai, ravintsara, rosemary, spearmint, tea tree, thyme linalol, vetiver, ylang ylang
Precautionary advice:
Lemongrass essential oil may cause irritation on highly sensitive skins; a skin patch test is advisable. Best avoided during pregnancy. Best avoided if using multiple medications. GRAS status.