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For the Love of Lemongrass

Lauren Alonso
Aug 19, 2019
2 min read

Updated: Aug 21, 2019

This month the oil and herb we are featuring is Lemongrass.

About

"Lemongrass has a citrus-herb scent that can be diffused to help purify the air from musky odors or applied topically for skin-cleansing benefits."

Benefits

Has skin-cleansing properties
Purifies the air from bad odors
Reduces musky aromas in moist, damp environments
Enhances massage after activity
Includes the naturally occurring constituents neral, geranial, limonene, and beta-caryophyllene

Diffuser Blends

Lemongrass has a natural cleansing, uplifting and relaxing aroma. Here are a few blends to get you started.

Lemon Bars

4 drops Lemon
4 drops Stress Away™
2 drops Lemongrass

Apple Pie

4 drops Cinnamon Bark
2 drops Lemongrass
2 drops Grapefruit
2 drops Bergamot

Midsummer Night's Dream

5 drops Citronella
3 drops Geranium
2 drops Tea Tree
2 drops Lemongrass

Uses:

Aromatic:

Add 3-4 drops to your dish-filled sink, a load of laundry, or household cleaner.
Great for diffusing for a clean-smelling environment.
Fabric Freshener: Add 10 drops to a glass bottle, then fill with water for fresh smelling fabric and carpets.

Topical:

Add to your DIY bug repellent
Add to your skin routine for a natural glow and cleansing.
Add a few drops of lemongrass and 1 oz of carrier oil into a dropper bottle. Massage mixture into temples and back of neck for relief for headache relief.

Ingestion:

"Lemongrass Vitality has a crisp, herbaceous, citrus-lemon flavor that when taken internally has many health benefits, including digestive support and cleansing properties."
Great added to tea

Pairs well with:

Lime, geranium, lavender, basil, sweet orange, clary sage, ylang ylang, grapefruit. lemon, patchouli, cedarwood, clove, coriander, tea tree, rosemary, ginger, and peppermint.

How to Wear

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