Unlike other essential oils from plants, all parts of the plant can be extracted to obtain lemongrass essential oil.
Lemongrass essential oil has many uses from being used to care for the skin to repel insects.
Here are a variety of uses lemongrass essential oils:
1. Cure ringworm.
This is a recipe that is widely used in India. Mix 3-5 drops of lemon grass oil with 100 ml of carrier oil, such as sweet almond or jojoba oil.
Apply directly to the affected area several times per day until the ringworm is gone.
2. As a deodorizer for skin care products.
Lemongrass oil is widely used in lotions, creams, and soaps. Add a few drops of citronella oil to the lotion that has not been given a homemade deodorant or lotion. Or, add the lemongrass oil in glycerin soap and enjoy the fragrance.
3. Relieve sinus and respiratory tract open.
Strong aromatic properties of lemongrass oil will launch breathing, especially in the case of severe sinusitis.
Add 3-5 drops of lemongrass essential oil in a bowl of hot water and inhale fumes. Alternatively, you can also directly inhale lemongrass oil directly from the bottle.
4. Used as a massage oil.
Lemongrass oil has soothing properties and anti-spasmodic so it is ideal for massage.
Mix 3-5 drops of lemon grass oil with 100 ml of carrier oil and use to massage. Lemongrass oil massage will also help you sleep more soundly.
5. Natural insect repellent.
Insects are not attracted by the strong aroma. Mix 10-20 drops of lemongrass oil with 200 ml of water.
Pour the solution into a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the skin to repel insects.
