Lemongrass, Cymbopogon citratus (Phillipines): Soares et al. studied the antibacterial and antifungal activity of Cymbopogon citratus essential oil. Results demonstrated notable activity in laboratory studies and support continued research into its cleansing properties and potential applications. — Soares et al., 2013 (see reference below). Traditional Information: High in Vitamin A, mood-uplifting, supports immune system wellness, supports healthy circulation and lymphatic flow, and is traditionally valued for its cleansing properties. Good in footbaths.
Precautions: Aldehydes are skin irritants, and therefore should be diluted before use -- either quenched with a citrus, blended together with other essential oils, or diluted (about 7-8 drops per oz) in carrier oil or cream. Use no more than 3 drops in a bath to avoid skin irritation. May Use During Pregnancy: If pregnancy is progressing normally, allowed after the first trimester. Constituents: 70% Aldehydes: geranial, neral; 10% Alcohols geraniol & a-terpineol; 10% Sesquiterpenol farnesol; 10% Esters geranyl acetate & linalyl acetate; 8% Monoterpenes myrcene, d-limonene & b-ocimene; 5% Sesquiterpene B-caryophyllene; 3% Oxide caryophyllene oxide; 3% Ketone methyl heptanone. 15 ml (1/2 oz): $10.95; 30 ml (1 oz) $17.95; 50 ml $34.95. This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The above information is for educational purposes only, and nothing contained herein should be construed as medical advice. Energetic Actions: Spirit Lights the Conscious Mind, Enhances logical thoughts with Moon (Feminine) Energy. Sedates the nervous system while stimulating the mind. Cleanses & purifies the etheric body & dissipates the dense energy of stress. Energetically stimulates left brain, opens the crown chakra & enables the brain to expand & open new pathways, increasing feminine spiritual energy in the left brain, helping manifest ideas into form. — Deborah Eidson, Vibrational Healing Energetic Observations: This one softens us, bringing beautiful soft feminine energy flowing all through the muscles, relaxing and gently energizing the body. — Star Johnsen-Moser, Intuitive Energetic Healer. Energy Index: Activates Moon (Feminine) Energy Centers: Relaxes Muscles, Activates Quality of Mercy References: References provided below are a representative sampling of research over the past 15 years which documents the antifungal support, antibacterial support & antimicrobial activity of essential oils in the Poaceae (grass) family, but does not claim or imply the effectiveness of Lemongrass in any particular situation - only that this may be an area of interest for future research. Eidson D. Vibrational Healing. 2000, Frog Ltd, Berkeley CA. Johnson SA. Evidence-Based essential oil therapy: The ultimate guide to the therapeutic and clinical application of essential oils. 2015, Scott A Johnson Professional Writing Services. Saika T, Saira W, Waseem R, Khushboo S et al. A comprehensive review of the antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral potential of essential oils and their chemical constituents against drug-resistant microbial pathogens. Dept of Chem, Islamic Univ of Science & Technology; Instrumentation Division, Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Canal Road, Jammu, India 2017. Soars, M, et al. Cymbopogon citratus essential oil antimicrobial activity against drug-resistant gram-positive strains and non-albicans candida species. Dec. 2013 In book: Microbial pathogens and strategies for combating them: science, technology and education. Publisher: Formatex Research Center, Editors: A. Méndez-Vilas, pp.1081-1086 Tisserand, R., Young R., (2014) Essential oil safety: a guide for health care professionals, 2nd edition. London, Churchill Livingstone. Vimalanathan, Selvarani, and Hudson, James. “Anti-influenza virus activity of essential oils and vapors.” American Journal of Essential Oils and Natural Products, vol. 2, no. 1, 2014, pp. 47-53.
