Botanical Name |
Cymbopogon Flexuosus |
Main Constituents: |
72.5% |
Plant Part |
Leaves |
Origin |
India |
Processing Method |
Steam Distilled |
Flash Point |
71 °C |
Relative Density |
1.4790 - 1.4890 @ 20°C |
Refractive Index |
0.885 - 0.904 |
Color & Consistency |
Yellow to brownish yellow liquid. |
Aromatic Summary |
Organic Lemongrass Essential Oil has a fresh earthy, citrusy scent. |
Cautions: Avoid in glaucoma and with children. Use caution in prostatic hyperplasia and with skin hypersensitivity or damaged skin. Avoid use during pregnancy.
Storage: It is recommended that oils be stored in dark glass containers to maintain freshness and attain maximum shelf life.
Product Abstract and Benefits: Lemongrass is a fast growing, tall, aromatic perennial grass that grows up to 1.5 metres (4 feet) in height. It is native to Asia, but is now cultivated mostly in the West Indies, Africa, and Tropical Asia.
Common Uses: Organic Lemongrass Essential Oil is known for its invigorating and antiseptic properties. It can be used in facial toners as its astringent properties help fight acne and greasy skin. An excellent anti-depressant, Lemongrass Essential Oil tones and fortifies the nervous system and can be used in bath for soothing muscular nerves and pain. Lemongrass shares similar properties with citronella and has a great reputation for keeping insects away.