Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citatrus)

Top note

Mind

stimulating, reviving, energizing, good for exhaustion

Body

helps recover from illness and helps prevent the spread of disease, tightens loose skin, jet lag, fatigue, insect repellant

Skin

Toner, helps close open pores, clears acne, helps with fungus

Precautions

Avoid during pregnancy and skin irritant (use in low dilution)

The best way to use

Add 1 drop (plus 1 drop peppermint) to 1 tlbs. of carrier oil and rub into sore muscles & feet. Diffuse a few drops for 15 min. to purify the home from illness, repel bugs or to relieve jet lag.