BEST FOR OILY, BLEMISHED, MATURE & DEVITALIZED SKIN – acne

INGREDIENT FEATURES

analgesic

antibacterial

antidepressant

anti-fungal

antimicrobial

antioxidant

antiseptic

astringent

calmative

deodorant

detoxifier

insecticidal

neurotonic

sedative

soothing

USER BENEFITS

calms the nervous system

clarifies the mind

clarifies the skin

cleanses hair and skin

decreases listlessness

deodorizes

eases discomfort

enlivens

helps alleviate stress and nervous tension

helps heal blemishes

helps to reduce excess buildup of fluid in the body

improves mood

increases circulation

increases suppleness

neutralizes insects (especially mosquitoes)

neutralizes microbes

promotes sleep

protects cells against oxidative damage

reduces sebum production

settles digestion

sharpens mental clarity

soothes sore muscles

stimulates the digestive system

strengthens the nervous system

tightens the elastin fibers in the epidermis and subcutis (the connective tissues)

tones the skin

uplifts

USES

acne

appetite suppressant

athlete’s foot

bacterial skin infections

blemished skin

bruises

cellulite

clearing and disinfecting the air

dandruff

deodorant

devitalized/smoker’s skin (helps to eliminate wastes)

enlarged pores

excessive perspiration

hair cleansing

hair growth

headaches

inflammation

insect repellent (especially mosquitos)

indigestion

mature skin

nervous exhaustion

oily hair

poor circulation and muscle tone

skin cleansing

slack tissue (sagging skin)

stress

toner

active

fragrance

ABOUT THE PLANT

Lemongrass is a fast growing, tall, tufted, aromatic perennial grass with numerous stiff stems arising from a short rhizomatous rootstock that grows up to 1.5 meters (4 feet) in height. The planting of Lemongrass is thought to 'heal the Earth' by its absorption and breakdown of toxic products in the soil.

Confusingly, Lemongrass essential oil is produced from two distinctly different botanical species: Cymbopogon flexuosus, also called “native lemongrass”, or “East Indian Lemongrass” where it grows wild, is now only cultivated over a limited area in the Western parts of India; and Cymbopogon citratus, possibly a native of Ceylon and parts of East India, is now widely distributed all over the world and known (ironically) as “West Indian Lemongrass”.

ABOUT THE OIL

Steam distilled from fresh or partly dried leaves of Cymbopogon citratus or Cymbopogon flexuosus, Lemongrass essential oil is a yellow or amber-colored somewhat viscous liquid. It is one of the 10 largest essential oils in the world with respect to annual volume produced, most of which goes into the production of essential oil constituent citral for perfumery or flavor use or for pharmaceutical use in the synthesis of vitamin A. However, lemongrass essential oil itself is not used very extensively in perfumes and not at all in flavors.

yellow or amber-colored somewhat viscous liquid

OF INTEREST

In Asia, Lemongrass was originally used as a food flavoring then as a medicine in TCM. In India, it is an important medicine for Ayurveda. Fresh leaves are crushed in water and used as a hair wash and as toilet water as well. Lemongrass leaves can also be used as a source of cellulose and paper production.

EAST INDIAN

Geranial

Neral

Geranyl acetate

Geraniol

(+)-Limonene

Caryophyllene oxide

6-Methyl-5-hepten-2-one

Linalool

WEST INDIAN

Geranial

Neral

β-Myrcene

Geraniol

Limonene oxide

1,8-Cineole

6-Methylhelpt-5-en-2-one

Geranyl acetate

Linalool

Originally from India with strong ties to Ayurveda, Lemongrass has become an important medicine in South America and Southeast Asia.

aids:

logical thinking

good concentration

calms

clears:

regret

shame

encourages:

calm

balance

integration

energizes

uplifts

ENERGETICS

Ayurveda

Employed for centuries for:

infectious illness

fever

TCM

West Indian Lemongrass is employed for:

colds

stomach ache

abdominal pain

rheumatic pain

SUBTLE AROMATHERAPY

A secret helper for those who have trouble getting started in the morning

Manages the difficulties of jet travel by balancing the body’s energy

PERFUMERY

AROMA NOTES

very strong

fresh

citrus

straw-like or fresh-grassy

herbaceous or tea-like

distinctly lemon-herbal

slightly bitter

C. citratus has an earthy undertone reminiscent of Citronella oil

C. flexuosus is sweeter, distinctly more lemony, fresh and light

Blends well with: Basil, Bay Laurel, Cardamom, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Clove, Eucalyptus Radiata, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Marjoram, Nutmeg, Petitgrain, Pine, Rosemary, Spikenard, Sweet Orange, Thyme, Vetiver, Yarrow

Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and Mindy Green

Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay

Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia

The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism