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Cymbopogon citratus
3-8€ / 10ml
Lemongrass (Indian citronella) is a tropical grass cultivated in India, Guatemala and Brazil. It should not be confused with Java citronella (Cymbopogon winterianus), although they are in the same family. In Asian cuisine, fresh lemongrass is an essential ingredient in Thai soups and curries. In Ayurvedic medicine, it has been used for centuries to treat fevers and infections. Its very low price makes it one of the most accessible essential oils.
Lemongrass contains 70-80% citral (geranial + neral), making it both very effective as an anti-inflammatory and very irritating to the skin. Dilution is crucial -- max 1% for skin application. Unlike Java citronella (mainly anti-mosquito), lemongrass is more oriented toward anti-inflammatory and vasodilatory uses.
Les propriétés listées reposent sur des études in vitro et/ou un usage traditionnel. Sauf mention contraire, elles n'ont pas été validées par des essais cliniques humains rigoureux. Ces informations ne constituent pas un avis médical.
Anti-inflammatory
Traditional use
Vasodilating
Traditional use
Mosquito repellent
Traditional use
Lemongrass is mainly used in diluted massage for joint and tendon inflammation (tendinitis, arthritis). Its dilution should never exceed 1% on the face and 2-3% on the body (very irritating). In diffusion, its citrusy scent is pleasant and repels mosquitoes. In cooking, just 1 drop is enough to flavor an entire dish.
Adapté à la diffusion atmosphérique. 3-5 gouttes, 15-20 min maximum par heure. Ne pas diffuser en continu.
Diluer dans une huile végétale avant application. Respecter les dosages recommandés selon la zone et le public.
Non recommandé par voie orale. Utiliser exclusivement par voie cutanée ou en diffusion.
Les huiles essentielles suivantes se combinent particuli\u00e8rement bien avec lemongrass pour renforcer ou compl\u00e9ter ses effets :
It is one of the most widely used natural repellents in the world. The citral and citronellal it contains effectively repel mosquitoes. In diffusion or diluted spray on the skin, it offers 2-3 hours of protection. Less effective than DEET but free of synthetic chemicals.
Lemongrass essential oil can be used in cooking (food-grade, organic quality) -- 1 drop in a curry, Thai dish or cocktail. Very concentrated: 1 drop equals several stalks of fresh lemongrass.
Yes, the citral it contains has documented anti-inflammatory properties. Diluted to 5-10% in massage, it relieves joint and muscle pain. Caution: it is irritating to sensitive skin, always dilute well.
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