Lemongrass - 100 g and 250 g

Lemongrass – dried

An invigorating citrus scent that awakens body and mind
Excellent for baths, soaps, compresses, toners and aromatic products

Key benefits

• Invigorates, refreshes and lifts the mood

• Natural antibacterial and antifungal action

• Effective for oily and acne-prone skin

• Reduces unpleasant odours and contributes to a feeling of freshness

Use

Dried lemongrass can be used for:

• herbal baths to refresh and cleanse the skin

• preparing compresses for tired muscles or headaches

• infusions and toners for oily or blemish-prone skin

• homemade cold process soaps or glycerine soaps

• herbal sachets for wardrobes, shoes or rooms

• aromatic decorations and natural potpourri

Recipe

Refreshing lemongrass toner

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon dried lemongrass

• 200 ml boiled water

• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)

Method:
Pour boiling water over the lemongrass and leave to stand for 10 minutes. Once cooled, strain, and add the vinegar if you wish. Store the toner in the fridge and use within 5 days. It is suitable for cleansing and toning oily skin, especially in summer.

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a tropical plant with a characteristic lemony scent that refreshes the room and the mind. The dried leaves retain their aroma and are versatile in natural cosmetics, herbal baths, aromatherapy and herbal decorations.

It has an antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory effect, so we often use it for oily, congested skin and acne problems. It refreshes the senses and helps with tiredness and with easing headaches. It is also suitable for scenting rooms or for natural herbal air fresheners.

Because of its airy quality and firmer structure, it is often used in combination with other, softer herbs (e.g. chamomile or lavender), which makes for more balanced teas, baths or potpourris.

Store in a dry, dark place, ideally in a paper bag or glass container.

Not for oral use. Store at room temperature, protected from light and out of the reach of children. Must not come into contact with the eyes.

INGREDIENTS (INCI): Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf

Can I also use lemongrass in food?
Our lemongrass is cosmetic grade, so it is intended for external use only. For culinary use, choose a lemongrass that is specifically labelled as food grade.

Does it help with unpleasant body odours?
Yes, thanks to its citrus, antibacterial effect it is excellent for freshening up and is a common ingredient in deodorants, baths and foot soaks.

Can I mix it with other herbs?
Of course – it goes very well with mint, lavender, chamomile and rose. Together they create a balanced blend for baths or herbal sachets.