Scientific name: Cymbopogon Citratus Oil
Classification: Essential Oil
Astringent, purifying, invigorating.
Tales from Nature
Lemongrass is a tropical herb akin to Palmarosa and Citronella. It comes from tropical Asia. It belongs to the Gramineae (Poaceae) family. In ancient times, it was used in its native countries for its distinctive aroma and positive influences on the spirit.
The Indians called this plant an "aromatic herb." It was spread as an infusion and used to purify the air through the diffusion of its scent during collective rituals. The Essential Oil extracted from the dried leaves possesses purifying, sanitizing and protective virtues. On oily and impure skin it exerts an astringent and cleansing effect.
Benefits Hair
Has astringent properties and helps balance the presence of sebum on oily and impure skin. Tonifies the skin. Deeply cleanses tissues. In hair formulas, it promotes hair vitality by purifying the scalp.
