Lemongrass

Cymbopogon flexuosus

Growing method: Certified Organic
Extraction method: Steam distilled
Part of the plant: Herb
Country of Origin: Sri Lanka

Perfumery note: middle with strong intensity

Blends with: bergamot, cypress, eucalyptus, frankincense, juniper, orange, rosemary, tea tree

Lemongrass has a strong citrus aroma with slightly herbaceous untertones.

PRIMARY CONSTITUENTS: geranial, neral, geranyl acetate, geraniol, & limonene

Safety: 

  • Always dilute when applying to the skin.

  • May irritate the skin when oxidized or used in concentrations greater than 0.7%.

  • May interfere with medication metabolized by the CYP2B6 pathway.

  • If there is a history of health concerns such a liver disease, kidney disease, cancer, or using medication, consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using aromatherapy products.

Store tightly sealed away from light and heat.

For additional information and safety recommendations, we suggest reviewing Essential Oil Safety (2nd ed) by Robert Tisserand & Rodney Young ISBN: 0443062412 / 978-0443062414

CAUTIONS: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health care professional prior to use.