Lemongrass Hydrodiffused Essential Oil, Haiti

Lemongrass Hydrodiffused 100% Pure Essential Oil, Haiti
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus
Origin:                  Haiti
Method of Extraction: Hydrodiffused (Distilled)
Parts used:           Leaves/Grass
Color:          Orange to Orange/Amber
Perfumery Note:  Top             
Consistency:        Thin
Aromatic Description: Fresh, Sweet, Lemony, Earthy Aroma
Blends well with:     Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cajeput, Cardamom, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Coriander, Cypress, Fennel, Geranium, Geranium Rose, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Litsea cubeba, Marjoram, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Plai, Rose Geranium, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Thyme, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang
Initial Strength:   Medium/Strong
Class:                    Aldehyde

          Lemongrass Hydrodiffused Haiti has one of the most pleasant Lemongrass aromas. Thailand already produces a fine quality Lemongrass essential oil but the smooth yet bold quality of hydrodiffused Lemongrass make it one of the easiest oils for blending. Some partners require this quality and this is often the choice for higher end formulations. It is often useful when tuning the signature scent of an aroma.
          Cymbopogon citratus is the most common species of Lemongrass grown in Thailand and Haiti and is known as “West Indian” Lemongrass. West Indian Lemongrass contains Myrcene and has a little lower citral content than East Indian Lemongrass Cymbopogon flexuosus which is normally produced in India.
          Emotionally, it is uplifting and energizing aiding concentration to focus on the task at hand. Lemongrass is said to be the oil of energetic cleansing. Its citral elements helps boost calm and clarity and has a balancing effect on body energy which may be helpful to manage the difficulties of jet lag.
          Lemongrass essential oil has antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal qualities as well as being a powerful insect repellent with a pleasant fresh lemony aroma.
          It is among the most potent of all essential oils as a purifier and cleanser. In low concentrations it is an ideal component of massage and body oils. Lemongrass oil helps improve tone and suppleness of the skin.
          Lemongrass is also a valuable oil for exercise. Lemongrass stimulates and improves circulation to keep a healthy oxygen flow to the cells reducing lactic acid build up. Lactic acid occurs in the cells when they run out of oxygen and begin burning sugar instead of oxygen. This leads to slowly increasing pain in the muscles after exercise and longer recovery time between work-outs.
          The Cymbopogon citratus species of Lemongrass contains myrcene which is beneficial for pain reduction.

          Lemongrass essential oil does double duty as an insect repellent and a key component in the perfume industries. As a mosquito repellent it is almost 100% effective against the mosquito species Anopheles culicifacies which is a principal carrier of malaria. It has shown long lasting results compared to some chemical repellents and may last for up to 11 hours. Most natural repellents do not last for more than 5 hours and 7 hours is very good for a chemical repellent. Its wide range of uses and ability to blend with many other essential oils make Lemongrass a top choice among aromatherapists.

Note: Most essential oils cannot be taken internally, but even when they can, essential oils are highly concentrated and require dilution, special training and caution that Aroma & More does not yet provide. You can never drink any essential oils at 100% strength or diluted in water-based liquids.
Caution: May cause skin sensitivity in concentrations higher than 0.6%. Can cause skin sensitivity if old or oxidized. Not recommended for hypersensitive, diseased or damaged skin. Not recommended for children under 2. Essential oils can be harmful if used improperly. Information is provided for educational purposes only. It is up to the customer to determine if the product is right for their intended purpose. Special consideration should be made before applying essential oils to pregnant women, children or the elderly. If under a doctor's care, please consult the physician before using essential oils. If applying to skin essential oils must be diluted correctly and Aroma & More recommends testing on a small area of skin to check for reaction before attempting a full body massage. Claims have not been evaluated by the FDA.