Organic Lemongrass Citrus essential oil (Cymbopogon flexuosus)

Lemongrass Essential Oil - A lemony touch for your home cosmetics

Lemongrass essential oil is appreciated for its fresh, invigorating lemon fragrance. In soapmaking as in DIY hair care, it combines easily with other oils to create harmonious aromatic synergies.

Use in cold saponification

This essential oil retains its olfactory intensity during the cold saponification process. It is compatible with many essential oils such as Cedar, Vetiver or Bergamot, for a woody, spicy or fresh scent.

Directions for use :

• Recommended dosage: 3% of the total weight of oils and butters (e.g. 9 g for 300 g).
• Recommended dosage for Melt and Pour soap bases: 10 drops per 100 gr.
• Improved texture and fragrance: add 5% white clay before adding the soda for better fragrance retention.

Possible olfactory matches

• Cedar Atlas: Warm, woody note
• Vetiver: deep, earthy fragrance
• Bergamot: Sweet and spicy citrus scent
• Ginger: A zesty, energizing nuance
• Patchouli: Sweet, woody fragrance
• Clary sage: Subtle herbaceous aroma

Use in DIY hair care

Lemongrass essential oil blends easily into homemade solid shampoos, contributing to a fresh olfactory experience.

Recommended dosage: 20 drops per 100 g of solid shampoo base.

Key features

• Natural, invigorating lemon fragrance
• Perfectly compatible with homemade cosmetics
• Combines easily with other essential oils

Storage & precautions for use

• Packaging: Dark glass bottle with airtight cap
• Storage: Between 5°C and 30°C, protected from light and humidity.

General precautions :

• Do not use on children under 3, or during pregnancy or breast-feeding.
• Perform a skin test 48 h before use: contains linalool and limonene (potentially allergenic).
• Keep out of reach of children.

Information

The above information is provided for informational purposes from reputable sources in the field of soapmaking and aromatherapy. It does not replace medical advice. It is recommended to consult a health professional before any specific use. This product is not intended for consumption.