Lemongrass ssential Oils Uses and Benefits

Lemongrass is a tropical, grassy plant used in cooking and herbal medicine. Extracted from the leaves and stalks of the lemongrass plant, lemongrass oil has a powerful, citrus scent. It’s often found in soaps and other personal care products.

Lemongrass oil can be extracted, and it’s 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. Keep reading to learn more about how you can use lemongrass essential oil to improve your well-being.

Lemongrass Essential Oil is derived from the steam distillation of the fresh or partly dried Lemongrass leaves. After distillation, the oil ranges in color from yellow to amber and exudes a fresh, sweet, grassy and citrus-like aroma.

 Lemongrass is a bright green grassy plant, that has lemon- like scent and mild citrus flavour. It loves sunlight and grows well in tropical regions like India, hence used hugely in South Asian recipes. It is steam distilled to process its oil to get a 100% pure extract.  

Scent is the first thing we notice when one talks about this grass- the natural, earthy, fresh and slightly pungent but sweet-sour fragrance! This is what makes it perfect to be used in Essential oils.

Lemongrass Essential Oil Benefits:

Eliminates Dandruff.........

Works Against Fungal Infections............

Reduces Anxiety.......

Works As A Stress Reliever........

Freshens Up The Atmosphere............

Reduces Pain And Muscle Cramps...........

Supports Skin Health..........

Antiseptic and Astringent Properties...........

 

BENEFITS OF LEMONGRASS OIL

Myrcene

• Anti-inflammatory
• Analgesic
• Anti-biotic
• Anti-mutagenic
• Sedative

 

Citral

• Anti-viral
• Anti-septic
• Anti-oxidant

 

Citronellal

• Anti-fungal
• Sedative
• Anti-viral
• Anti-microbial

 

Geranyl Acetate

• Anti-fungal
• Anti-microbial
• Anti-inflammatory

 

Nerol

• Anti-oxidant
• Sedative
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-depressant

 

Geraniol

• Anti-oxidant
• Anti-bacterial
• Anti-septic
• Analgesic

 

Neral

• Apoptotic
• Anti-nociceptive
• Anti-inflammatory

 

Limonene

• Anti-oxidant
• Digestive
• Appetite suppressant
• Detoxicant

 

Used medicinally, Lemongrass Essential Oil’s analgesic properties have been found to relieve muscle and joint pains caused by overexertion of muscles through exercise. It is known to boost energy and to reduce fever as well as headaches caused by viral infections such as the flu. It acts as an antiseptic, making it a beneficial ingredient in lotions and creams that prevent wounds from becoming infected. By alleviating abdominal pain, it can relieve stomach aches and ease spasms in the digestive tract. It works as a detoxifying agent by increasing perspiration, thus promoting the expulsion of bodily toxins through sweating.

Used cosmetically or topically in general, Lemongrass Oil can eliminate or inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria due to its Citral content, which is known to have anti-microbial properties. Lemongrass Oil can reduce inflammation due to its Limonene content, and it can slow down the flow of blood by contracting blood vessels. When used in shampoos, it is believed to prevent hair loss. Lemongrass makes an effective, inexpensive, eco-friendly and long-lasting deodorant.

It is believed to strengthen the mind by relieving anxiety and boosting self-esteem, confidence, and hope. Its sedative effect on the mind relieves tension and promotes the sensation of being calm.

As illustrated, Lemongrass Essential Oil is reputed to have many therapeutic properties. The following highlights its many benefits and the kinds of activity it is believed to show:

 

• COSMETIC: Anti-microbial, Astringent, Deodorant, Tonic.

        ODOROUS: Anti-depressant, Anti-microbial, Anti-pyretic, Bactericidal, Sedative, Tonic, Nervine, Febrifuge.

          MEDICINAL: Analgesic, Anti-microbial, Anti-pyretic, Anti-septic, Astringent, Bactericidal, Carminative, Deodorant, Sedative, Tonic, Nervine, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Fungicidal.

• CULTIVATING AND HARVESTING QUALITY LEMONGRASS OIL

Lemongrass is native to the tropical countries of India, Cambodia, Indonesia, China, Guatemala, Sri Lanka and Malaysia. It grows upright in dense bunches and thrives in moist, warm climates with well-drained, loose, dry, loam soils that have a pH between 4.3 and 8.4. Lemongrass leaves are green with sharp edges much like grass that grows on lawns but much larger. It requires full sun and a soil temperature that is between 21 áµ’C and 24 áµ’C (70 áµ’F - 75 áµ’F). Lemongrass requires adequate water drainage, as disproportionate watering will lead to a lower oil content.

Lemongrass may be harvested 6-9 months after the slips are planted and can be harvested as frequently as once every month during the growing season. Cutting stimulates growth and allowing the plant to grow too large will lead to a reduced oil yield. The grass is harvested in the morning on a dry day to allow the evaporation of dew and to avoid loss of the plant’s color due to heat. When harvested mechanically, sharp tools and machinery are used in order to ensure a clean cut and to avoid splitting the edges of the leaves. If the plant is cut too low, the leaves will retain less oil, thus the optimal oil quality is in the higher parts of the leaves. Allowing the plants to mature until before the winter months will ensure that the root reserves are fortified and that the foliage will protect the plant against winter frost. After winter, Lemongrass may be used for compost or mulch or it may be harvested and distilled.

Ideally, Lemongrass leaves will retain their green color and be free of fungi. In order to ensure this, Lemongrass leaves should be dried as soon as possible within 24 hours and a conventional dryer may be used for this. An extended drying period, such as in the case of it being left out in the sun to dry, will cause the leaves to lose color and the aroma quality to diminish. Once harvested, leaves may be stored in shade for up to 3 days without the oil yield or quality being compromised. The Lemongrass is then steam distilled.

 HOW IS LEMONGRASS OIL EXTRACTED?

Lemongrass Essential Oil is derived from the steam distillation of the fresh or partly dried Lemongrass leaves. After distillation, the oil ranges in color from yellow to amber and exudes a fresh, sweet, grassy and citrus-like aroma.

 

 USES OF LEMONGRASS OIL

The uses for Lemongrass Essential Oil are abundant, ranging from medicinal and odorous to cosmetic. Its many forms include oils, gels, lotions, soaps, shampoos, sprays, and candle making.

Diluted with a carrier oil and used topically, Lemongrass Oil relieves muscle aches and body pains including headaches and discomforts associated with arthritis. It tones and purifies the skin while its anti-inflammatory properties relieve redness, itching, and swelling. Due to its antiseptic and astringent activities, Lemongrass Oil makes an excellent addition to cosmetics that are meant to help achieve glowing and evenly toned skin. As a toner, it cleanses pores and strengthens skin tissues. Blending Lemongrass Oil into shampoo and body washes and rubbing it into the scalp and body may strengthen hair, stimulate its growth, and relieve itchiness and irritation on the scalp and skin.

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