Lemongrass essential oil, organic

Name: Lemongrass essential oil

Botanical name: Cymbopogon citratus

Country of origin: India

Organic: Yes

Chemotype (main components): Geranial, Neral

Extraction method: distillation

Aroma: strong, sweetly fresh, citrusy

Perfumery note: top

Blends well with: bergamot and other citrus, lavender, cedars, geranium, pine essential oils.

Lemongrass essential oil is one of the most widely used essential oils in beauty, hygiene, household cleaning, culinary and pharmaceutical products.

Lemongrass is a perennial tropical grass with long narrow leaves. Most essential oil is obtained in tropical or subtropical regions of Asia, South America and Africa by distilling fresh or slightly dried Cymbopogon citratus leaves. The chemical composition of lemongrass essential oil can vary depending on the growing region, plant age, harvest time, genetic differences and farming methods.

USAGE

Aromatherapeutic properties:

• reduces stress, anxiety, improves mood;

• helps maintain positive thinking;

• improves mindfulness;

• reduces mental fatigue and emotional exhaustion;

• when used at home - eliminates unpleasant odours, freshens spaces.

Perfumery properties:

• Lemongrass is popular in citrus perfumes for its freshness. In fragrances, lemongrass reveals itself as a bright and cheerful top note, adding richness to the aroma;

• Lemongrass blends well with other citrus scents, but adds an oriental perfume mystery to them. Together with coconut, lemongrass can create an attractive aroma suitable for a hot summer day by the sea. Fragrance compositions with this note are intense, incredibly refreshing, yet elegant, sensual, promoting good mood and a burst of energy.

SAFETY!

Must be diluted. Maximum concentration for use on skin - 0.7 %.

For pregnant women: effects have not been fully studied, therefore we recommend consulting a doctor-aromatherapist before use.

For children: Safe for use in children from 2 years of age, following the maximum concentration on skin of 0.7%

The golden rule of aromatherapy – less is more, i.e. essential oils work better in small doses!