Lemongrass Leaf Oil

Functions
Analgetic
Antiseptic
Insect repellant
Soothing
Fragrance
Perfuming
CAS Number(s)
89998-14-1
EINECS number(s)
289-752-0
FDA UNII
5BIA40E9ED

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon Citratus) oil has a stimulating yet earthy lemon scent. Lemongrass is a fast-growing, tall, aromatic perennial grass up to 5ft (1.5m) high, producing a network of roots.

Cymbopogon Citratus essential oil is obtained by steam distillation from finely chopped grass. Its properties are analgesic, anti-depressant, antimicrobial, anti-oxidant, antipyretic, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, febrifuge, fungicidal, galactagogue, insecticide, nervine, sedative (nervous), and tonic.

Historically, Lemongrass oil has been used as a sedative for the central nervous system. In addition, Cymbopogon Citratus leaf oil is used in agriculture as an insecticide and in the food industry as a flavoring agent.

Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil blends well with lavender, geranium, fennel, orange, labdanum, oakmoss, benzoin, chamomile, lavender, eucalyptus, elemi, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, and other citrus oils.

Cymbopogon Citratus leaf oil is generally a safe, edible, and non-toxic ingredient. Like many essential oils, it can cause dermal irritation and/or sensitization in some individuals.

Active ingredients (or INCI)

Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil
Synonyms
West Indian Lemongrass Oil

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