Lemongrass Essential Oil – 10 ml – .35 oz

LEMONGRASS – 100% Pure Plant, Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon flexuosus

Parts Used: leaves (grass)

Scent Characteristics: citrus, herbaceous, and smoky

History

Lemongrass has been used for centuries in traditional Asian medicine, cooking, and skincare products. It has a rich history of various medicinal uses across different cultures. In India, it was used to treat fevers, digestive issues, and ringworm. In Thailand, it is a popular flavoring for food. In Latin America, lemongrass tea is commonly consumed to address joint aches, respiratory infections, stomach issues, headaches, and more. The leaves were traditionally chewed to alleviate toothache, and the sap was applied as a compress for eye infections.

Benefits

• Tonic and digestive properties
• Vasodilator with anti-inflammatory effects
• Calming and sedative properties
• Promotes good digestion
• Reduces cellulite, athletes foot, and scabies
• Effective insect repellent
• Tones the tissues
• Soothes headaches
• Stimulates the thyroid gland
• Enhances psychic awareness

Advisory: Use with care. Must be diluted. Non-toxic, but possible dermal irritation and/or sensitization may occur in some individuals.

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