{"product_id":"citroengras-etherische-olie","title":"Citroengras Essential Olive Oil","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Lemongrass Essential Oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass Essential Oil has a pungent, spicy, and intense lemony aroma with a slight grassy scent. The Latin name is \u003cem\u003eCymbopogon Flexuosus\u003c\/em\u003e, and the oil is steam distilled from the dried and cut grass of a tropical grass species that grows mainly in India and Southeast Asia. The color is light yellow to colorless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to what the name suggests, lemongrass is not a citrus plant, but a grass. The distinctive lemon aroma comes from the very high content of citral (often 65 to 85%), the same substance that also gives lemons their scent. The oil is botanically related to citronella and palmarosa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass blends beautifully with other citrusy oils such as May Chang, with spicy oils such as May Chang \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/basilicum-essentiele-olie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebasil\u003c\/a\u003e, with woody oils such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/cedarwood-himalaya-essentiele-olie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecedar wood\u003c\/a\u003e, and with floral oils such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/lavendel-essentiele-olie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Lemongrass Essential Oil made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass is extracted by steam distillation of the dried or fresh grass. This process releases the volatile aroma molecules, which are captured and condensed into oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause lemongrass is not a citrus plant, the oil does not contain furocoumarins and is therefore not phototoxic. However, it is a citral-rich oil, which means that it is powerful and can cause skin irritation at higher doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of Lemongrass Essential Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerfully purifying and refreshing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLemongrass has a strong refreshing and slightly purifying effect on the air and is a popular addition to homemade cleaning products and air fresheners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMental clarity and focus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bright, refreshing scent can help with mental chaos and times when you feel restless or overstimulated. An excellent choice for a study diffuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile in household products\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe purifying effect and fresh aroma make lemongrass a popular ingredient in DIY all-purpose cleaners, floor detergent and air fresheners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsectenwerend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike its related citronella, lemongrass has a natural insect repellent effect and is often used in DIY anti-mosquito sprays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-phototoxic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLemongrass is not a citrus oil and does not contain furocoumarins. The oil is therefore not phototoxic, despite its lemony nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use Lemongrass Essential Oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using on the skin, always dilute essential oil in a carrier oil or butter. For homemade care, we recommend a working dose of 0.7 percent (0.7 grams per 100 grams of product), because lemongrass can be quite powerful for the skin. Read the explanation below for more information. Suitable carriers are, for example, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/jojoba-olie-biologisch-koudgeperst\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJojoba Oil\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/zoete-amandelolie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZoete Amandelolie\u003c\/a\u003e of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/shea-butter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShea Butter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn a DIY all-purpose cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix 250 ml of water with 1 teaspoon \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/witch-hazel-alcohol-houdend\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWitch Hazel\u003c\/a\u003e and 7 drops of Lemongrass Essential Oil for a refreshing, lightly purifying cleanser for kitchen and refrigerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn a diffuser\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePut 3 drops in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/diffuser\" target=\"_blank\"\u003earoma diffuser\u003c\/a\u003e for a fresh, brightening atmosphere. Combine with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/pepermunt-essentiele-olie-mentha-piperita\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePeppermint\u003c\/a\u003e in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/rozemarijn-spaans-essentiele-olie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRosemary\u003c\/a\u003e for a focus boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn a DIY anti-mosquito spray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCombine lemongrass with citronella and geranium for a natural insect repellent spray for summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn a refreshing air blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvaporate 3 drops of mandarin with 2 drops of cedarwood, 2 drops of eucalyptus and 1 drop of lemongrass for a fresh, uplifting atmosphere in your home. Wonderful during or after cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn a nail oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDilute a drop of lemongrass with a drop \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/tea-tree-olie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etea tree\u003c\/a\u003e in jojoba oil for a nourishing nail oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference with Citronella?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass (\u003cem\u003eCymbopogon Flexuosus\u003c\/em\u003e) in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalheroes.nl\/products\/citronella-java-essentiele-olie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecitronella\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCymbopogon Winterianus\u003c\/em\u003e) are botanical relatives and both grasses, but they have different characters. Lemongrass has a more pronounced, pungent lemon aroma. Citronella smells slightly softer, with more rosy and spicy notes. Both are not phototoxic and both have insect repellent properties, although citronella is better known for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for using Lemongrass Essential Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore the oil in a cool, dark place. Citral-rich oils are prone to oxidation, so proper storage is important.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways close the bottle tightly after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest on a small area of skin before using the oil for the first time. Lemongrass can cause irritation in sensitive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways work with grams and percentages, not drops. Droplets vary in size and make it difficult to stay within safe limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose consciously: a little goes a long way because of the intense aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is so special about it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass has been used for centuries as a beneficial herb in Indian Ayurveda and in Thai and Indian cuisine. The oil is often added to perfume and soap thanks to its purifying, brightening aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoints of attention and side effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass Essential Oil is not phototoxic, despite its lemony nature. However, it is a citral-rich oil that can cause skin irritation at higher doses or in sensitive skin. According to Tisserand \u0026 Young (2014), a dermal max of 0.7 percent is recommended to prevent skin sensitization. Always use diluted, never pure on the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur practical working dose: 0.7 percent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor homemade care, we recommend a dosage of 0.7 percent (0.7 grams per 100 grams of product). Lemongrass naturally contains allergens such as citral, limonene, geraniol and citronellol. When you combine multiple essential oils in one recipe, these allergens accumulate and you can quickly exceed the legal allergen limits. An active dose of 0.7 percent takes into account both skin sensitization and allergen accumulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor products that you rinse off, such as soap, shower gel or shampoo, longer maximums apply because the oil does not remain on the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended for use during pregnancy without consultation with an expert. Keep out of reach of children. When in doubt or with sensitive skin, always test on a small area first and wait 24 hours before using it on larger areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natural Heroes","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":53165507117399,"sku":"CGEO10","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30ml","offer_id":53165507150167,"sku":"CGEO30","price":21.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 ml","offer_id":53165507182935,"sku":"CGEO-NH-SAMPLE","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/5214\/4215\/files\/206-bottle-b-10-1KSQ-sRGB.png?v=1774934736","url":"https:\/\/alhalalcosmetics.nl\/en-nl\/products\/citroengras-essential-olie-1","provider":"Halal Cosmetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}