Lemongrass Oil Scent : Rose and lemon, herbal, slightly bitter.
Description :
Lemongrass, a vigorous grass, may be harvested within six months after planting. The grass may be cut three to four times a year. Harvesters leave it on the ground a few days to increase its oil content. Demand for this oil is high. The cosmetics industry uses it for perfumes, inexpensive soaps, and skin care products.
Insects dislike the fragrance of lemongrass. To get rid of these pests, disburse lemongrass oil in a diffusor and or mix with water or vinegar and use it as an air spray. Even fleas living in animal fur will leave. To bathe pets, mix 20 drops of lemongrass oil in about 2 1/2 fluid ounces of mild, unscented shampoo.
Lemongrass is suitable for aroma lamps on desks at home or in the office, especially in conference rooms or wherever clear, fresh thinking and good concentration are required.
Lemongrass is often called the "drivers" essential oil because it is so refreshing on long road trips. Dap few drops of Lemongrass on a tissue and inhale. After a few deep breaths, let the rest of the oil evaporate in the car's air vent.
Use in Aroma lamps or spray bottles to disinfect indoor air, as well as wash appliances and furnishings. A couple drops of Lemongrass in wash water will make the bathroom fragrant and hygienic
For partial body application, apply with our Mixing Oil. Pour out a dime-sized portion of Mixing Oil and add one drop of essential oil, or measure out 1 oz of mixing oil and add 10-12 drops of essential oil.
Lemongrass essential oil is found most often in cosmetics such as hair conditioner, facial water, lotion, and vinegar for oily hair and skin. Added to water or vinegar and sprayed in the air, on a countertop, or along walls and floors (or on your pet!), it is an insect repellent and attacks fungi by discouraging mold growth. An antiseptic wash or compress is used on skin infections, especially ringworm and infected sores. According to researchers, it is more effective against staph infection than either penicillin or streptomycin. Other uses are to reduce headaches, indigestion pain, rheumatism, and nervousness. One of the ways in which lemongrass decreases the pain of the preceding ailments is by reducing the amount of pain sensations that reach the brain, it also numbs nerve endings, which dulls the intensity of pain. The scent along is used to decrease irritability and drowsiness.
Safety Cautions :
Possible irritant to sensitive skin or when used in strong dilution. Do not use on damaged skin. Avoid in pregnancy.
