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Lemongrass Oil
Lemongrass essential oil is used both as a medical herb and in
perfumes.
Lemongrass is a fast-growing aromatic perennial grass, growing to
about 1 meter high with long,thin leaves and is assumed to have
its origins in Malaysia.
| Essential Oil |
Lemongrass Oil |
| Botanical Name |
Cymbopogon Citratus |
| Origin |
Cambodia, India, Sri Lanka, Burma, Thailand and Malaysia |
| Fragrance |
Fresh, grassy citrus with earthy undertones, crisp, grass-like,
lemon-like, tart |
| Aromatic Benefits |
Cleansing, concentration, exhaustion, invigorating, irritability,
mental fatigue, stress, vitalizing |
| Physical Uses |
Analgesic, antiinflammatory, antidepressant, antifungal, antiparasitic,
antiseptic, arthritis, astringent, athlete's foot, bruises,
cellulite, circulatory stimulant, deodorant, diuretic, enlarged
pores, febrifuge, headaches, indigestion, insect repellent,
jet lag, moth repellent, muscular aches, oily hair, oily skin,
raises blood pressure, sedative, skin conditioner, sprains,
toning, vertigo |
| Precautions |
Do not take internally. Avoid during pregnancy or if history
of high blood pressure. May irritate sensitive skin. Dilute
well before use on skin. Phototoxic; do not use if going out
into the sun. |
| Note |
This information is not intended to replace the care of a qualified physician or aromatherapist
and is for informational purposes only. The applications mentioned above can not be guaranteed to
work for everyone and the information should not be taken as being absolute. |
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