Lemongrass Essential Oil

Lemongrass essential oil

Lemongrass essential oil is a versatile oil that has a wide range of benefits for the skin. It is extracted from the leaves of the lemongrass plant through steam distillation. Lemongrass essential oil has a refreshing citrus scent and is commonly used in aromatherapy, as well as in skincare products.

Here are some of the skin care benefits of lemongrass essential oil:

  1. Antimicrobial properties: Lemongrass essential oil has powerful antimicrobial properties that can help protect the skin from harmful bacteria and fungi. This can be particularly beneficial for people with acne-prone skin, as it can help prevent breakouts.

  2. Anti-inflammatory properties: Lemongrass essential oil contains compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help soothe and calm irritated skin. This makes it a great ingredient for people with sensitive skin or those dealing with skin conditions like eczema or rosacea.

  3. Antioxidant properties: Lemongrass essential oil is rich in antioxidants, which can help protect the skin from free radical damage. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can cause damage to the skin, leading to premature aging and other skin problems.

  4. Astringent properties: Lemongrass essential oil has astringent properties, which can help tighten and firm the skin. This can be particularly beneficial for people with oily skin, as it can help control excess oil production.

  5. Skin brightening properties: Lemongrass essential oil has skin-brightening properties, which can help even out skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.

Overall, lemongrass essential oil can be a great addition to your skincare routine, as it can help improve the health and appearance of your skin.

BOTANICAL NAME: Cymbopogon flexuosus 

EXTRACTION: Steam distillation 

DESCRIPTION: Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) is a perennial grass native to the tropical climates of Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, India, Sri Lanka, Burma and Thailand.  It has a rich history of use in Asian cuisine, and is also occasionally used as a pesticide and preservative.  Lemongrass has been used for centuries in traditional medicine.  It has a light, fresh, lemony scent that is popular in aromatherapy.  In East India and Sri Lanka it is a main component to a common treatment called "fever tea" said to aid with fevers, menstruation, diarrhea and nausea. In Chinese medicine, lemongrass is used similarly to treat headaches, nausea and colds. Through the process of steam distillation, a colourless essential oil is derived that can be used topically to deliver many beneficial properties to the skin.  

KEY COMPONENTS: Citral, geranial and nerol 

FOUND IN: Kahuna Bubble Bath, Kahuna Body Lotion, Kahuna Hand Soap.