Lemon Grass
Lemon grass oil is a simple yet potent ingredient that can benefit your skin and your physical appearance. Native to India and Sri Lanka, its aroma is nearly identical to lemon - only better.
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Repellent
Lemon grass is a natural pest and insect repellent, without the harmful chemicals found in commercial pest repellents.
Astringent
Lemon grass oil's astringent properties help to exfoliate your skin, remove impurities, and clear sebum and dead cells leading to blockage of pores and acne. Less potent than lemon juice, this oil is often used in cosmetic creams and recommended for application prior to facial moisturizer. Like lemon juice, astringent properties in this oil tighten your pores, resulting in firm, plump texture of the skin.
Anti-inflammatory
A compound in lemon grass called limonene is known to exhibit anti-inflammatory activity. Limonene's anti-inflammatory properties can reduce acne blemishes, bacterial infections and fungal infections on the skin.
Anti-fungal
Lemon grass oil in soap is antifungal and works to eliminate fungus on the skin which can lead to various skin conditions and fungal infections.
Antiseptic
Lemon grass oil has antiseptic properties that help to prevent infections and hasten the healing process of minor injuries and wounds.
Anti-ageing
Vitamin C and other nutrients in lemon grass oil can reduce the appearance of ageing wrinkles, enhance collagen production, improve elasticity of the skin, and improve overall skin health and functioning.
