Lemongrass Essential Oil

Lemongrass Essential Oil

• INCI Name: Cymbopogon Flexuosus Oil

• Common Name: Lemongrass Oil

• Extraction Method: Steam Distillation of the fresh or dried grass

• Origin: India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Guatemala

• Aroma Profile: Fresh, lemony, grassy, slightly earthy with herbaceous sharpness

• Color: Pale yellow to yellow-brown

• Note: Top

Description

Lemongrass Essential Oil is distilled from the tall, aromatic grasses of the Cymbopogon genus. This invigorating oil is prized for its bright, citrusy aroma with herbal depth, making it a popular choice in natural perfumery, soaps, cleaning products, and personal care formulations.

In aromatherapy, lemongrass is known for its energizing, clarifying, and purifying properties. It’s also used to help repel insects and refresh the air. In skincare, it can support oily or acne-prone skin due to its astringent and antimicrobial effects.

Key Benefits

• Energizes the mind and helps clear mental fatigue

• Supports healthy, balanced skin (especially oily or blemish-prone)

• Acts as a natural deodorizer and air purifier

• Adds a bright, citrus top note to soaps, candles, and sprays

• May assist in muscle and joint massage blends due to its warming properties

Safety Note

Lemongrass oil contains high levels of citral, which can be skin-sensitizing for some individuals.

• Dilution is strongly recommended for topical use (typically under 1%).

• Not suitable for young children or sensitive skin.

• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

IFRA/IOFI 2017 Allergen Disclosure (Typical Constituents)

• Citral (Neral and Geranial)

• Geraniol

• Limonene

• Linalool

• Farnesol

• Citronellal

• Beta-Caryophyllene

• Myrcene

Note: Lemongrass oil is photostable (non-phototoxic), but due to its potency, proper dilution is essential for safe topical application.