Delicious lemongrass
Lemongrass belongs to the Poaceae family (the grasses), and its genus is Cymbopogon. Other plants you may know in this family are palmarosa, citronella and vetiver (same family different Genus).
Commercially lemongrass essential oil comes from Cymbopogon citratus and Cymbopogon flexuosis, some of my suppliers have both, and some only have one.
“East Indian lemon grass (Cymbopogon flexuosus), also called Cochin grass or Malabar grass (Malayalam: (inchippullu), is native to Cambodia, Vietnam, India, Sri Lanka, Burma, and Thailand, while West Indian lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) is native to maritime Southeast Asia.” Wikipedia
Recently I have seen more C. flexuosis on offer and I wouldn’t really be able to tell the difference unless I had both bottles to sniff at the same time. There are variations in chemical constituents however if you bought either you would be fine to use them in the recipes below.
An essential oil steam in the shower will do wonders for your mind and energy levels – pic via completehealthcircle.com
1. Put A few Drops Of Oil into the bottom of the Shower
This works in a similar way to just taking a whiff straight from the bottle, but if you’ve got an extra minute, it will give you a completely different experience. Your whole body will be immersed in an essential oil steam.
With a lemongrass steam in the shower expect to feel uplifted, awakened, refreshed and ready to go. Some extra happiness may also randomly occur.
Nourish your body with a beautiful oil blend – pic via redbookmag.com
2. Nourishing Body Oil Blend
For a coat of your body use 3 teaspoons of carrier oil in a little dish and, add 7 – 8 drops of essential oil.
***** Always put the drops of essential oil into the bottle or dish first, then add the carrier oil. It gives the scents time to create a synergistic fusion.
For a 50ml bottle of oil add 25 drops and see my articles “Ratios for Blending Essential Oils – A Reminder of the Basics” and “Aromatherapy – It’s Easy as 1 2 3”
“Pre Exercise Zinger”
When you need a bit of encouragement to get you going –
Lemongrass 2 drops
Rosemary 2 drops
Orange 4 drops
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“After Exercise Soother”
Lemongrass 3 drops
Marjoram 2 drops
Lavender 2 drops
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“Eye of the Tiger”
To give yourself some positive vibes for the day ahead –
Lemongrass 3 drops
Cedarwood Virginiana 2 drops
Rosewood 3 drops
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Anoint yourself with pure essential oil blends
3. Pure Pulse Point Perfume
In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!
“Energy NOW!”
Lemongrass 1 drop
Basil 1 drop
Geranium 1 drop
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“After Work Before a Dinner Date”
Refresh and revitalize –
Lemongrass 1 drop
Petitgrain 1 drop
Nutmeg 1 drop
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“It’s Gonna Be a Bumpy Ride”
To help with travel sickness –
Lemongrass 1 drop
Ginger 1 drop
Peppermint 1 drop
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A classic oil burner with a candle helps to remove and transmute unwanted energy
4. Scent Your Space
In a traditional oil burner with a candle or a diffuser add 25 drops of oil
“Freedom”
Lemongrass 8 drops
Peru Balsam 9 drops
Cinnamon 8 drops
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“A Night of Intrigue and Love”
Lemongrass 6 drops
Ylang Ylang 6 drops
Mandarin 6 drops
Sandalwood 6 drops
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“Sunny Sunday”
The perfect scent for a Sunday afternoon –
Lemongrass 8 drops
Bergamot 10 drops
Cedarwood Atlas 7 drops
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Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.
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