Therapeutic Application of Lemongrass Essential Oil (Cymbopogon flexuosus) Emotional Refreshment & Mental Clarity The fresh, grassy-citrus aroma helps refresh the mind and reduce feelings of fatigue Useful in diffuser blends for focus, clarity, and emotional uplift Well suited to treatment rooms, studios, and workspaces Environmental Freshness & Purifying Popular in room sprays and diffuser blends for creating a clean, energising atmosphere Helps freshen treatment spaces and home environments Massage & Post-Treatment Comfort Often used in body oils and massage blends designed to ease fatigue and support physical comfort Suitable for revitalising treatments and wellbeing rituals Skin Balancing & Clarifying Useful in low-dilution skincare blends for oily or congested skin Helps support a fresher, clearer-looking complexion Freshness in Hair & Body Care Can be used in shower gels, body scrubs, and body care blends for an energising effect Supports a clean, revived sensory experience Bright Top Note in Blending Adds clarity, freshness, and vibrancy to aromatherapy formulas Works especially well with floral, resinous, and woody oils Natural Constituents of Lemongrass Essential Oil Lemongrass contains naturally occurring aromatic compounds that contribute to its vibrant character and its versatility in professional room, body, and skincare blends. Citral (Neral and Geranial): The dominant compound, valued for its sharp lemony aroma and clarifying freshness. Geraniol: Adds a soft floral nuance and contributes to the rounded aromatic profile. Limonene: Brings brightness and a fresh citrus lift. β-Caryophyllene: Adds warm depth and a grounding aromatic note. Linalool: Contributes a softer floral aspect and balancing character. Myrcene: Adds an earthy undertone and supports the oil’s smooth aromatic finish. Dominant component groups: Aldehydes (Citral). Secondary: Alcohols (Geraniol, Linalool). Fragrance Allergens in Lemongrass Essential Oil In the UK, under the terms of both the GB Cosmetic regulation [(EC) No 1223/2009 as amended by the Product Safety and Metrology etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019] in force in England, Scotland and Wales and the EU cosmetic regulation [(EC)1223/2009] in force in Northern Ireland, the potential allergens listed in annex III must be declared on cosmetic product labels if present above specific thresholds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products Note: When essential oils are used as directed by the experts at Lily and Loaf, the potential allergen component will be well below the above threshold. For Lemongrass essential oil, the commonly occurring naturally present allergens that may need to be declared are: Citral Geraniol Limonene Linalool Isoeugenol Eugenol Citronellol Expert Aromatherapy Formula Suggestion Lemongrass: A vibrant citrus-herbaceous oil that refreshes the senses and sharpens focus Geranium: Adds floral balance and emotional softness to the blend Myrrh: Brings grounding depth and resinous warmth Fresh Focus Room Spray – 2% Dilution 50ml water base with dispersant or alcohol 12 drops Lemongrass essential oil 8 drops Geranium essential oil 5 drops Myrrh essential oil Spray: Use to refresh the environment, uplift energy, and support emotional balance in treatment spaces or at home. How to Use in Practice (Standard directions for clinical use - customise by client need) Bath Salts: Add 5-8 drops to Epsom salts for a revitalising soak suitable for pre- or post-treatment rituals. Diffusion: Add 4-6 drops to a diffuser to support clarity and freshen the air. Massage: Dilute 6-9 drops per 30ml of carrier oil for body treatments designed to reduce fatigue and promote freshness. Skincare: Add 1-2 drops per 10ml cream or carrier oil for oily or congested skin. Patch test first. Room Spray: Disperse into water with alcohol or dispersant up to 2%, using around 25 drops per 50ml. Rollerball: Dilute 3-5 drops per 10ml carrier oil for portable emotional or physical refreshment. Shower Gel: Add up to 6 drops to 15ml unscented shower gel for an energising daily cleanse. Why Choose Lily & Loaf Lemongrass Essential Oil? Our organic Lemongrass essential oil is steam distilled from carefully selected grass to preserve its vivid aroma and purifying freshness. Bottled in the UK and aligned with Aromatherapy Trade Council (ATC) standards, it is a trusted professional choice for energising, cleansing, and clarity-supportive aromatherapy treatments.
