Lemongrass essential oil

Latin name:  Cimbopogon citratus

Countries of origin: Nepal, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, India, Brazil

Note and evaporation rate: high to middle

Cultivation method: conventional

Predominant chemical families: aldehydes

Uses:

- in natural repellents (one of the most effective EOs for this purpose!);
- for fungal conditions;
- for injuries: muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones;
- for fever and inflammation, as it has a cooling effect;
- for air disinfection, as it has antibacterial properties;
- for digestive issues: gas, cramps, bloating, regulates digestion.

Methods of use: in ointments, massage oils, in vaporizers/diffusers, in natural repellents,…

Special warnings: If oxidized, it may cause skin irritation. Use in concentrations below 0.7%.
Do not use during pregnancy or on children under 2 years of age. Do not use on sensitive or
damaged skin.

Allergens: geranial and neral (citral), geraniol, linalool

Aromatherapy tip with recipe:

Liquid hand sanitizing soap

250 ml castile soap (prepared base)
15 drops EO lemongrass
20 drops EO peppermint
5 drops EO tea tree
30 drops EO lime

Preparation: Pour the liquid castile soap and essential oils (ideally alternating) into a jug with a funnel. Stir well
and transfer into a pump bottle.

Use: Use the soap as normal. The blend has antibacterial properties and sanitizes excellently. It also
refreshes and lifts the mood :)