Lemongrass (Botanical Name: Cymbopogon schoenanthus) smells just like lemons, but it is milder, sweeter, and far less sour. Lemongrass provides a gentle lemon flavor to food, whether it is used fresh, dried, or in powder form. When consumed, it helps ease digestive upsets including indigestion, constipation, and stomach aches. Some of the primary benefits for Lemongrass are: helps reduce pain and inflammation in muscles and joints, an effective insect repellent, helps increase a healthy digestion system, helps tone and cleanse your skin, and helps reduce the effects of nervous fatigue.
Directions for use:
- Diffusion: Diffuse 3-5 drops or more in the PURELY™ diffuser.
- Topical: To use neat, apply 1-2 drops to desired area. Be sure to test for sensitivity.
- Steam Inhalation: Add 2-3 drops to a cup of steaming water and inhale.
- Bath: Add 5-10 drops of essential oil to 1 ounce carrier oil. Add this blend to your running bath water and mix well before getting into the tub.
- Ingestion: When using as a supplement, add 1-2 drops per 4 oz of liquid. Use no more than three times per day.
NOTE: S for sensitivity! Oils with this symbol should be properly diluted and tested in a small place prior to full use. This is especially important for use with all children. Usually denotes a "hot oil". Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun for at least 12 hours after applying citrus oils with this symbol.
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