DESCRIPTION
The Lemongrass Essential Oil offered by us is extracted from Cymbopogon citratus of the Poaceae family. Derived from the fresh or partly dried leaves by CO2 extraction, the lemongrass oil is much in demand for its different medicinal properties.
COMMON NAMES
Cymbopogon, Guatemala lemongrass.
BLENDS WITH:
Basil, cedarwood, coriander, geranium, jasmine, lavender and tea tree.
CONSTITUENTS
Myrcene, citronellal, geranyl acetate, nerol, geraniol, neral and traces of limonene and citral.
USES
Lemongrass oil rejuvenate the body and relieves stress, clears headaches and helps combat nervous exhaustion. A great overall tonic for the body, it boosts the parasympathetic nervous system, thereby assisting in quick recovery post illness. It stimulates glandular secretions and is an effective cure for various respiratory infections. A good insect repellent, it is useful in keeping pets free from ticks, lies and fleas. The cosmetic industry highly values this oil for its efficiency in clearing up acne and oily skin, as well as alleviating excessive perspiration.