LEMONGRASS ESSENTIAL OIL

LEMONGRASS ESSENTIAL OIL

**DISCLAIMER : Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.**

ABOUT

Lemony citrus, as its name would imply. The West Indian variety has a grassy earth smell and is fairly dark, while the East variety is lighter in tone and has a more green scent than its counterpart.

Its been used by healthcare providers to treat digestive problems and high blood pressure. It has many other potential health benefits, too. In fact, lemongrass essential oil is a popular tool in aromatherapy to help relieve stress, anxiety, and depression.

REMEMBER: This is a PURE Oil with the highest concentration of powerful, unique, naturally occurring essential oil constituents. Always dilute your pure essential oils with a carrier oil of your choice.

HOW TO USE

TOPICAL

Dilute 3 to 6 drops of essential oils in a 30ml carrier oil or fragrance-free cream base. Do a patch skin test.

DIFFUSE

Diffuse 3 to 6 drops in an aromatic diffuser.

INGESTION

Dilute 1 to 3 drops of essential oils in 250ml liquid (microdose). Add 1 to 3 drops of essential oils to foods/baked goods for flavour.

STORAGE

Avoid direct exposure to sunlight – keep in a cool, dark place.

BLENDS WELL WITH BUT NOT LIMITED TO :

Peppermint, Spearmint, Petit Grain, Grapefruit, Rosemary, Black Pepper, Citronella, Lemon, Cedarwood, Cypress, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Sweet Orange, Chamomile, Eucalyptus

USES

Anti-bacterial & anti-fungal

Airborne Bacteria, air pollution

Anti-microbial: effective wound wash: heals minor wounds, burns, scrapes, scars and cuts

Treats Arthritis

Fights nausea

Lactose intolerance

Treats gingivitis

Urinary tract infection

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Muscular dystrophy

Hashimoto’s disease

Gastritis

Treats Candida

Diuretic, treat Edema

Improves lymphatic drainage

Cleans liver, kidneys, pancreas

Cramps & muscle spasms

Kills cancer cells

Treats flu and colds, fever

Treats Gout

Cholesterol

Cystitis – bladder infection

Frozen shoulder

Treats Grave’s disease (immune system disorder)

Enhances immunity

Treats Hernia

Supports tissue repair

Muscular dystrophy

Improves vision

Treats headaches

Repels fleas, mosquitoes

Anti-oxidant qualities

Detoxifier

Pain killer

Weight control

Dissolves cellulite: contracts weak connective tissue: tones skin

Treats various conditions including itching, ringworm infections, athlete’s foot

Improves blood circulation

Relieves irregularities in menstrual cycles

Improves Digestion

Anti-depressant, mood enhancer – use against insomnia, depression, tension, nervousness, anxiety, stress, shock, grief, mental fatigue

Skin: diminishes skin blemishes, use in toner and for oiliness, acne

Perfumery, creams, gels, lotions, sprays, tonics, soap bars, scented candles, cologne

Culinary use

Purifies, deodorizes air, eliminates foul odor

Aromatic use in diffuser