History:
Lemongrass was used for ages as a food ingredient in the far East cuisines especially in the Tahi ones, in addition to that it is being widely used in TCM for various conditions.
 
Botanical Profile: Lemongrass Essential Oil
Botanical Name:  Cymbopogon flexuosus
Family: Poaceae
Country of Origin: India, Sri Lanka
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Plant Part Used: Leaves and stems
Note: Top Note
Aroma: Fresh, lemony, grassy, bright, slightly earthy
Color: Pale yellow to greenish
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Geranium
Shelf Life: 2 – 3 Years
 
Applications in Aromatherapy
Lemongrass Essential Oil is highly valued for its cleansing, refreshing, and uplifting properties.
1. Emotional & Stress Relief
Promotes mental clarity, focus, and a sense of refreshment.
Traditionally used to uplift mood and reduce stress.
2. Immune & Respiratory Support
May assist the body in fighting infections and supporting respiratory health.
Traditionally used during seasonal colds and flu.
3. Pain & Discomfort Relief
Can help soothe sore muscles, joint pain, and tension when applied topically in diluted form.
Supports circulation and alleviates tired limbs.
4. Skin & Topical Applications
Can be applied in diluted form for oily or acne-prone skin.
Traditionally used to promote healthy, toned skin.
5. Natural Cleaning & Purifying
Its antibacterial and antifungal properties make it ideal for homemade cleaning sprays and air fresheners.
 
For DIY and Blending
Refreshing Diffuser Blends:
Blend with Lavender, Lemon, Bergamot, or Eucalyptus for a bright, energizing aroma.
Massage & Soothing Blends:
Dilute 1–2% in carrier oils for tired muscles or joint discomfort.
Skincare Blends:
Add to facial oils, scrubs, or body lotions to support oily or acne-prone skin.
Natural Cleaning Blends:
Combine with Lemon or Tea Tree for a refreshing, antibacterial surface spray.
 
Safety 
Drug interaction (those metabolized by CYP2B6); teratogenicity; skin sensitization - avoid use on hypersensitive, diseased, or damaged skin, with a maximum dermal use level of 0.6% is recommended.
 Dilute before using. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.
For topical application don’t use directly on the skin, dilute with a carrier oil
Discontinue use if skin sensitivity occurs
Add 4-5 drops for Diffusing
Don’t ingest
Keep out of reach of children, avoid using if pregnant or nursing
 
Quality Assurance: Our oil is rigorously tested for purity and quality.
Ethical Sourcing: We are committed to sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
 
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Essential Oil Safety Guidelines
Never ingest essential oils.
Always dilute essential oils before applying to skin.
Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner if you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, cancer, or other medical conditions.
Use caution with children and the elderly; follow recommended dilution ratios.
Refer to trusted sources such as Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young for detailed safety information.
 
References:
Essential oil safety (Tisserand and young) second Edition
Charles Fetrow & Julian Avila (2000) The Complete Guide to Herbal Medicine
https://www.foodchemicalscodex.org/
Lawrence BM, Essential oils from Agriculture to Chemistry
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Salvatore Battaglia
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