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LEMONGRASS
100%
Pure Essential Oil
Therapeutic Grade
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$7.50 5
ml
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An aromatic
grass native to tropical regions having a sweet lemony aroma
that refreshes. Said to improve circulation and muscle
tone. A gentle cleanser, generally used for normal to oily
skin. Lemongrass is an antiseptic sometimes used for
treating athlete's foot and acne. Insects dislike the
fragrance of lemongrass, even fleas living in animal furs
will leave. |
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Botanical Name: |
Cymbopogon
citratus |
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Origin: |
India.
Cultivated today in Guatemala, Brazil, China, Africa, Haiti,
Madagascar, Sri Lanka and Nepal |
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Fragrance: |
Sweet, lemon
aroma, straw-like, green. |
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Therapeutic
Properties: |
Analgesic, anti-depressant, antimicrobal, anti-oxidant,
antipyretic, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal,
carminative, deodorant, febrifuge, fungicidal, galactagogue,
insecticide, nervine, sedative (nervous), tonic. |
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Uses: |
It acts as a
sedative on the central nervous system. It is also used as
an insecticide and for flavoring food. it is also for
infections, acne, cellulite, skin care and diuretic.
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Blends Well with: |
Basil, cedarwood,
clary sage, lavender, geranium, fennel, orange, chamomile,
eucalyptus, tea tree, patchouli, marjoram, elemi,
sandalwood, ylang ylang and other citrus oils. |
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Cautions:
Lemongrass oil
may irritate sensitive skin when used as a compress or
facial oil. |
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The material in
this website is not meant to take the place of diagnosis and
treatment by a qualified medical practitioner. Since the
actual use of essential oils by others is beyond our
control, no expressed or implied guarantee as to the effects
of their use can be given nor liability taken. Essential
oils are to be used at your own discretion. Any application
of the recommendations is at user's sole risk. The Crystal
Garden disclaims any liability arising directly or
indirectly from the use of this information and assumes no
responsibility for any actions taken. |
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