Lemongrass Essential Oil

Description

Lemongrass is an aromatic tropical grass that is a popular herbal medicine. It also finds wide usage in culinary. Lemongrass essential oil is extracted from the leaves and stalks of the lemongrass plant and has a strong citrus fragrance.

It finds a special place in aromatherapy and well-being treatments as it is believed to help relieve stress, anxiety, and depression. Lemongrass has antibacterial properties, and research has found that it is effective against various drug-resistant bacteria. Hence, it is used as a natural remedy to heal wounds and help prevent skin and blood infections. It also holds antifungal properties, which can fight athlete’s foot, ringworm, and jock itch.

Lemongrass carries citral, an anti-inflammatory compound. Chronic inflammation may cause many health problems, including arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and even cancer.

What makes lemongrass extremely popular amongst beauty experts is its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help us fight free radicals that damage cells, thereby improving the quality of our skin.