Lemongrass Essential Oil Wild Grown

Wild grown Lemongrass Essential Oil

Cymbopogan citrates

Lemongrass is cultivated in India, China, the United States, Madagscar, Guatemala and Sri Lanka. This lemongrass essential oil is extracted from the plant with the botanical name Cymbopogon citrates.

It is a herb commonly used in oriental cooking.

Lemongrass gives ivory soap it’s familiar scent.

What does lemongrass essential oil smell like?

A fresh earthy, citrus scent.

Which part of the plant provides the oil?

The leaves.

Where has lemongrass essential oil been sourced from?

This particular lemongrass oil originates from Nepal.

How is lemongrass essential oil extracted?

Lemongrass oil is extracted by steam distillation.

This involves using steam from boiling water to extract the essential oil from the plant.

The heat from the steam causes the plant’s cell walls to open allowing the essential oil to be released.

What other oils blend well with lemongrass essential oil?

Lemongrass oil blends well with basil, benzoin, chamomile, eucalyptus, fennel, geranium,  jasmine, lavender, neroli, palmarosa, rosemary, sandalwood, sage, sweet orange, ylang ylang and citrus oils.

How can I benefit from lemongrass essential oil?

Here are some ways you can benefit from using lemongrass essential oil:

1. Aromatherapy: Lemongrass oil has a refreshing and uplifting aroma, making it popular in aromatherapy. Inhalation of the oil can help reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue while promoting a sense of calm and relaxation. You can use a diffuser to disperse the oil into the air or inhale it directly from the bottle.
2. Skin care: Lemongrass oil has antimicrobial and antifungal properties, making it beneficial for skincare. It can help reduce acne breakouts, control excessive oil production, and tone the skin. Dilute a few drops of lemongrass oil in a carrier oil (such as coconut or jojoba oil) and apply it to your skin. Perform a patch test first to check for any sensitivity.
3. Muscle and joint pain relief: Lemongrass oil has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help alleviate muscle aches, joint pain, and arthritis. Mix a few drops of lemongrass oil with a carrier oil and massage it into the affected area to reduce discomfort.
4. Insect repellent: Lemongrass oil contains citronellal, a compound that repels insects like mosquitoes, flies, and ants. You can dilute lemongrass oil in water or a carrier oil and apply it to your skin to keep bugs away. Alternatively, use lemongrass oil in a diffuser to deter insects indoors.
5. Digestive support: Lemongrass oil has been traditionally used to aid digestion and relieve digestive issues like bloating, stomach cramps, and indigestion. You can dilute a drop or two of lemongrass oil in a carrier oil and massage it onto your abdomen or drink it as a tea by adding a drop of oil to hot water.
6. Hair care: Lemongrass oil can promote a healthy scalp and hair. It has been used to reduce dandruff, control excess oil, and stimulate hair growth. Add a few drops of lemongrass oil to your shampoo or mix it with a carrier oil and massage it into your scalp before washing.

Are there precautions I should know about?

Avoid in children with glaucoma and topically if pregnant. Lemongrass oil can irritate sensitive skin so it is best used in low dosages.