Botanical Name: Cymbopogon Citratus
Country of Origin:
India
Distillation Method: Steam
Plant Part Used: Grass
Indications: There are many conditions that can
be treated with Lemongrass Oil. Some of the things it has
been used for are: weak digestion, bladder and kidney infections,
edema, varicose veins, headaches, back pain, oily skin and
poor concentration.
Properties:
Lemongrass Oil is used extensively in the cosmetics industry
for soaps, lotions and skincare products, as it is both
cooling and moisturizing. It is high in water-soluble vitamin
A and is excellent for the immune system, the blood and
circulation. The many actions of Lemongrass have been recognized
for centuries and over four million pounds are distilled
worldwide annually.
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