Lemongrass Essential Oil — Cymbopogon flexuosus
Product Details
| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Cymbopogon flexuosus Oil |
| CAS Number | 8007-02-1 ; 91844-92-7 |
| SKU Code | EO-LEG-0010 |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Parts Used | Leaves |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Common Names | Cochin Grass, Malabar Grass, Oil Grass |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to orange-yellow liquid |
| Odour Note | Fresh, strong lemon-like, herbaceous-grassy aroma |
| Quality | 100% pure, natural, organic essential oil |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dark place |
About & Interesting Facts
Botanical Family: Related to citronella and palmarosa.
Aroma Profile: Lively, lemon-fresh scent that’s invigorating and purifying.
Culinary Heritage: Staple in Asian cuisine — infuses soups, teas, curries, and seafood with fresh, citrus flavour.
Cosmetic Use: Popular for its purifying scent and toning effect in skincare and hair care; adds shine to hair and works well in deodorants and natural perfumes.
Household Value: A natural deodorizer and insect repellent, also used in perfumery and home cleaning blends.
Benefits & Properties
Vasodilatory & Circulatory: Promotes healthy blood flow.
Skin Tonic: Balances oily skin; helps with acne and pimples.
Purifying: Freshens air, surfaces, and skin.
Anti-inflammatory: Soothes muscular aches.
Digestive Support: Can ease bloating and flatulence.
Deodorizing: For body care and home freshness.
Calming & Uplifting: Relieves stress and mental fatigue.
Insect Repellent: Effective in blends against mosquitoes and lice.
Usage Guidelines
Effectiveness Key:
+++ Fantastic | ++ Suitable | + Tolerable | -- Avoid
Massages & Body Care (Always Dilute)
| Application | EO Drops / 10ml Carrier/Base | Conc. | Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body massage | 1–6 | 0.5–2% | +++ |
| Face care | 1–3 | 0.5–1% | ++ |
| Body & Hair care | 2–6 | 1–2% | ++ |
| Bath/Foot soak | 10–15 drops in 20ml glycerine or 1 cup Epsom salts | — | ++ |
| Compresses | Well diluted | — | ++ |
Diffusion & Air Care
Ultrasonic diffuser: 10 min, 3× daily for purifying & uplifting atmosphere +++
Room spray: 5 drops in 10 ml glycerine + water +
Traditional & Common Uses
Bloating & digestion: Gentle massage over the abdomen.
Cellulite care: In creams/lotions for toning effect.
Oily and acne-prone skin: As a tonic in cleansers.
Hair care: Shine-boosting for oily hair; anti-dandruff blends.
Lice & scabies: Combined with tea tree in scalp care.
Deodorizing: Body sprays, room mists, and natural perfumes.
Recipe Inspirations
Happy Home Diffuser Blend
50 drops Eucalyptus citriodora
20 drops Lemongrass
20 drops Ho Wood
10 drops Peppermint
Purifying Night Serum (Acne-Prone)
Castor oil + Jojoba
Add Lemongrass & Clary Sage (see recipe)
Anti-Dandruff Hair Oil
50ml Neem oil, 10–20 drops Tea Tree, 10 drops Lemongrass, 5 drops Clary Sage
Massage into scalp; leave overnight.
Anxiety Relief Synergy
30 drops Petitgrain Bigarade
10 drops Ylang-Ylang Complete
10 drops Lemongrass
Apply diluted: 2 drops on solar plexus, 1 on inside of each wrist.
Mosquito & Insect Repellent Oil
10 drops Lemongrass, 10 Thyme, 10 Citriodora
Add to 50ml Almond oil in spray bottle.
Blending Suggestions
Pairs well with:
For relaxation: Lavender, Marjoram
For odour control: Peppermint (tobacco/unpleasant smells)
For air purification/insects: Citronella, Eucalyptus citriodora
Safety & Precautions
Do not use undiluted — always dilute before skin or bath use.
Avoid during first 3 months of pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Not recommended for children under 6 years.
External use only.
Always perform a patch test 48h before first use.
Store in a cool, dark place, away from children and pets.
Discontinue use if irritation or allergic reaction occurs.
For full guidelines:
✅ Lemongrass Essential Oil is a bright, lemon-fresh multitasker—perfect for purifying spaces, uplifting moods, supporting skin and hair care, and blending into toning body formulas or insect repellents, always used with proper dilution.