Odor: Fresh citrussy scent with a green earthy undertone.
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon flexuosus
Country of Origin: Sri Lanku
Extraction Technique: Steam Distilled
Components: Leaves
Color: Yellow tone
Note: Top
Viscosity: Liquid
Properties: Astringent, sedative, deoderant. Very powerful & rejuvenating. Stimulating, instant energy. Clears the mind. Excellent skin care additive (as can be seen by its recent explosive popularity). Used in Thai, Malasian & Fusion cuisine (also exploding in popularity)
Possible Uses: Use in a diffuser to freshen a room. Add just a couple of drops to cuisine in lieu of lemongrass stalks. Keep in mind the oil is very concentrated. Add a couple drops to skincare products for skin problems.
Great with: Like citrus oils, adds energy kick to any essential oil blend. Many oils including Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Sandalwood, Tea Tea and Ylang Ylang.
History & Facts: May be used as a substitute for Lemon Verbena and Melissa as it is significantly cheaper to purchase.
Safety Information: No known toxicity. GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe). FDA approved for flavor. Use small volumes when adding to skin care products as some people are sensitive to higher doses. Avoid during pregnancy.
