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Lemongrass, Cymbopogon citratus

Botanical Name Cymbopogon citratus
Essence A Stimulating and Reviving Tonic
Function A stimulating reviving aroma that helps with mental exhaustion, jet lag, clearing headaches, relieving fatigue. Strong antiseptic. Effective with respiratory infections. Use on aching muscles, stimulates circulation, tones the skin. Helps keep insects away, a pleasant alternative to Citronella.
Usage Use as a compress to alleviate muscular aches and pains. 10 drops in a 60 ml container of distilled water makes a wonderful disinfectant room spray. 2 drops in a tumbler of warm water to gargle for sore throats (do not swallow ).
Bath: 3 drops in a foot bath will help with tired and aching feet.
Aromatherapy Antiseptic, diuretic, lymph drainage, stimulating digestion, tonic, refreshing, helps concentration, great for driving, aids in alertness, vitalizing, cleansing.
Caution Use diluted and in small quantities. Do not apply directly to the skin.