Lemongrass Essential Oil must be well diluted before application to the skin. It is a very good astringent and helps to clear excessively oily skin and so avoid outbreaks of acne. It also dilates the blood vessels making it a great skin toner. It can also be useful in the fight against cellulite. Dilute well in one of our wide range of Carrier Oils to create your own bespoke wonderful massage treatment. Lemongrass is also known for its insect repellent properties - especially fleas, ticks and lice. Emotionally Lemongrass is good to burn or vaporise not only for it's beautiful fragrance but also because it's though to help create a sense of emotional well-being. It may help temper the effects of stress, depression and exhaustion. Anti-microbial, antiseptic, anti-oxidant, strengthening, uplifting, refreshing, toning, deodorant. The volatile oil is obtained by steam distillation of both fresh and partially dried leaves. Fresh, lemony, earthy. Anti-microbial, antiseptic, anti-oxidant, strengthening, uplifting, refreshing, toning, deodorant Ingredients: Citral, Geranyl Acetate, Linalyl Acetate, Geranial, Neral, Limonene, Myrcene, Beta-caryophyllene Safety Advice: Please note that The Holistic Emporium or Amphora Aromatics Ltd cannot be held responsible for any injury, illness or adverse reaction to any recipes, instructions or advice given. It is the responsibility of the end user to ensure that they have followed the relevant safety protocols and that they are aware of any possible side effects before use. We always advise that a skin patch test is carried out before full usage of any natural product whether purchased from ourselves or elsewhere. INCI name: Cymbopogon flexosus Oil