"Lemongrass" EO sheet

Botanical name:

cymbopogon winterianus
Part of the plant used:

aerial parts

Method of extraction:

steam distillation of flowers

Lemongrass essential oil

Properties:

• Insect repellent: it is an insect repellent
• Anti-inflammatory: this essential oil will help treat inflammation when applied locally to the skin.
• Antibacterial: thanks to the citronellal and geraniol it contains, it will prevent the development of bacteria.
• Intestinal parasiticide: it will fight against the development of parasites in the intestine.
• Digestive stimulant: it can help stimulate digestion and relieve gastrointestinal problems.
• Sanitizer, antiseptic: Lemongrass essential oil can be used to clean and disinfect surfaces. It can also be used to disinfect small wounds and speed up their healing.
• Air freshener: it will eliminate bad smells.

Possible ways of use:

	Skin contact : To be diluted at 20% in a vegetable oil
	Diffusion : Possible route for babies and pregnant women
	Inhale : Possible path

Precautions for use:

Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Do not use in children under 3 years old. For people with asthma, ask your doctor for advice.

This EO is irritating to the skin, so always dilute it to 20% in vegetable oil. Due to the presence of allergens, it is best to do a test before using it (1 to 2 drops in the bend of the elbow and wait 24 hours for there to be no reaction).

Lemongrass essential oil can be used in cooking but it must be absolutely diluted (1 drop for 1 kg of foodstuff). Do not ingest pure.

Tips for use:

	For my house : In the kitchen, to flavor a dessert for example. But be careful to always use it diluted (1 drop per kg of foodstuff). Diffuse, to repel insects and mosquitoes.
	For my well-being: In case of digestive problems (bloating, flatulence) and to help digestion. To relieve joint and muscle pain, due to its anti-inflammatory properties.