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.