Lemongrass Oil  

Lemon grass essential oil is popularly known to support healthy digestion when used internally. It has ability to detoxify blood and reduce cholesterol. When applied topically, used aromatically or taken internally, the uses and benefits of Lemongrass essential oil are widely diverse and astonishing. Big marketers also use it to add fragrance to soaps, homemade deodorizers and cosmetics. Lemongrass is most commonly and traditionally used to relieve digestive issues, reduce bodily aches, pains, and high temperatures, and eliminate harmful bacteria.

Lemon grass oil in Pharma

In aromatherapy, lemongrass essential oil is used to reduce inflammation, relieve headaches, and ease indigestion. Inhaling the scent of the oil or using the oil topically (mixed into carrier oils, body oil, and hair and skin products) is said to offer a variety of benefits.

One of the main components of lemongrass essential oil is citral, a compound found to act as an antimicrobial (a substance that destroys or suppresses the growth of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi). Lemongrass essential oil also contains limonene, a compound that has ability to reduce inflammation and knock out bacteria.  According to aromatherapy proponents, lemon grass essential oils may affect a number of biological factors, including heart rate, stress levels, blood pressure, breathing, and immune function.

Its antioxidant properties make it effective in preventing cancer. With a pungent aroma, Lemongrass essential oil is a favorite for massage, offers purifying benefits for the skin, and promotes a positive outlook by reducing stress and relieving from pain.

Essence of Lemon grass oil

Inhaling the aroma of lemongrass essential oil or absorbing it through the skin is said to transmit messages to the brain's limbic system, a region that influences the nervous system.

The chemical compounds in lemongrass essential oil make it an advantageous product with insecticidal, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It refreshing aroma removes body odor. In addition, lemongrass essential oil is said to act as a natural insect repellent and air freshener. Apart from all, the oil is broadly used for adding flavors to soups & teas.

COMMON USAGE

·        Detoxifies the blood

·        Controls cholesterol

·        Inhibits cancer

·        Helps with insomnia

·        Treats respiratory disorders

·        Eliminates body aches

·        Recovers fever

·        Helps curing infections

·        Benefits nervous system

·        Treats diabetes

·        Prevents Rheumatism

·        Uplifts immune system

·        Rejuvenates skin

·        Cures Edema

·        Reduces body odor

·        Kills insects

·        Provides culinary benefits

·        Reduces obesity 

Ingredients:

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Safety summary

Lemongrass essential oil is safe to use but, the topical usage of this oil may cause allergic reactions to people. So, discontinue the use of product when you recognize any skin related problem. Moreover, avoid using the undiluted solution of lemongrass and keep it out of reach of children.

Organ-specific effects

·        Irritancy: Causes skin irritation

·        Sensitization: May cause allergic skin reaction

·        Health Hazards (Acute & Chronic):

·        Ingestion of large quantities: Harmful

·        Inhalation: None established

·        Skin Contact: Irritant

·        Eye Contact: Irritant

Systemic effects

·        Acute toxicity:

Oral LD50: ? 5000 mg/kg [Rat]

Dermal LD50: 2000 mg/kg [Rabbit]

Inhalation LC50: None established

·        Carcinogenic/anticarcinogenic potential:

NTP Monograph: Not established

IARC Monograph: Not established

The above effects are based on evaluation of individual components, the relevancy to the mixture as a whole or to humans is unknown. Handling of this fragrance that results in inhalation of fumes, may cause severe adverse health effects.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

·        Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life. May have long lasting effects.

·        Bioaccumulation: No data available

·        Mobility in soil: No data available

·        Persistence and degradability: No data available

·        PBT and vPvB assessment: No data available

·        Avoid direct exposure into water streams and ground water sources.