1. The role of lemongrass oil
Lemongrass is the most important tropical spice crop. Origin is in the subtropical region of Southeast Asia, China's Yunnan Xishuangbanna and Dehongzhou also more. Lemongrass whole body with lemon aroma, can be extracted lemongrass oil, the main component is vanillin, vanillin and geraniol. Vanillin is an important food flavor. Lemongrass oil is used in medicine, can play the role of sterilization, anti-inflammatory, soothing tendons, activate the muscles, pain and so on.
Citronella oil can be divided into three main uses:
1, daily necessities spice: widely used as soap flavor, in the world's consumption of citronella oil accounted for the largest amount; followed by the system used in perfume, the function of the powder and other cosmetics. Citronella oil can be used directly as perfume, cosmetics and soap, cream and other processed products such as flavorings.
2., food flavors: vanillin processed into hydroxyvanillin, citral, etc., is an important food flavors. Cookies, candy, soda, etc. contain citronella oil made of spices.
3, raw materials for pharmaceutical products: lemongrass oil has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, soothing tendons, vitality, headache, abdominal pain and other effects, but also anti-mosquito oil is the main raw material.
①Citronella oil odor has repelled blood-sucking mosquitoes, flatworms and fleas attack. Citronella essential oil is obtained from citronella plant extract, so it is a pure natural non-toxic substance, so many people prefer to use citronella products instead of mosquito repellents. They are not true insecticides. Insects dislike the smell of citronella very much, but citronella oil does not harm them, it only serves to repel them.A 10% concentration of citronella oil will continue to repel insects for about an hour. In addition, it is often mixed with other natural insect repellents such as catnip, cedar oil, and peppermint.
②Citronella oil is also capable of treating toenail fungal infections, and due to its antimicrobial properties, it is also an active ingredient in toenail fungal infection treatment remedies. Moreover, this essential oil has the ability to protect the nails.
2. citronella oil how to use
1, alone to citronella essential oil diluted in the ratio of 1 drop to 1 ml of water, can be widely used for environmental cleaning pest control disinfection, odor improvement, can be sprayed on the home, clothing, shoes and socks or pets.
2, the odor has the same effect, and other essential oils can be applied to essential oil perfume homemade, the smell and can provide enough herbal aftertaste, it is recommended and the more acute odor, such as with the holly, camphor leaves, spices and essential oils.
3, as a mosquito repellent base oil, add 5 drops, and can be used in harmony with lavender essential oil, rosehip, verbena essential oil.
4, lemongrass 3 drops with bergamot 3 drops, lavender 4 drops, blend in one long hair or two short hair shampoo dosage, can soften too hard hair.
5, can be used to make aromatherapy candles.
Suitable essential oils with lemongrass oil are:
Bergamot essential oil, eucalyptus essential oil, geranium essential oil, lavender essential oil, neroli essential oil, peppermint essential oil, bitter orange leaf essential oil, sage essential oil, ylang ylang essential oil.
It is important to note that lemongrass essential oil is very irritating and may irritate sensitive skin, so it is recommended to dilute it before use.
3. Lemongrass oil
Lemongrass is one of the plants of the family Inaceae, which grows mainly in India and Latin America. This plant ingredient is widely used in the cosmetic industry to manufacture and produce soaps and skin care products. Lemongrass essential oil is extracted from the sublime lemongrass plant (Cymbopogonnardus), which belongs to the genus Citronella in the grass family. Although this essential oil has long been recognized as an insect repellent (especially effective against malaria-carrying mosquitoes). It is also highly beneficial for freshening the mind, purifying a room, and softening the skin; it can also be used to cleanse oily skin and sweaty feet. Indians have used lemon vanilla since ancient times to combat infectious diseases and fevers. In addition, India's modern medical research also found that lemongrass essential oil has a calming effect on the central nervous system. Lemongrass oil into medicine, sterilization, anti-inflammatory, tendon relief, activation, pain and other efficacy, the application is very wide.
Citronella oil has been very popular in the market, the demand is also very large, has been a tight sale of goods. Because of the large amount of lemongrass oil, many places have wholesale sales, wholesale price per kilogram ranging from 100 yuan to 170 yuan, mostly concentrated in about 130 yuan. The price of lemongrass oil in China has always been firm due to the scarcity of raw materials and low production. Imported lemongrass oil prices also remain high due to increased international shipping costs.
But the lemongrass oil or lemongrass essential oil that we generally use is purchased through retail. Commercially available lemongrass oils vary in price depending on the brand, packaging and quality. There are many good lemongrass oils that cost one or two hundred dollars for a 10 ml bottle, as well as cheaper ones that cost forty to fifty dollars for 10 ml. Imported lemongrass oils can cost 400-500 RMB for 10 ml. You should buy according to your own needs, and try to buy lemongrass oil with guaranteed quality in order to give full play to its efficacy.
4. suitable for babies
Citronella oil is extracted from the sun-dried grass distillation and tastes like a combination of fruity and lavender. Its insect repellent effect is remarkable, commonly used as indoor aromatherapy. Citronella essential oil is a very good air freshener, whether it is the smell of paint, soot, rotten smell, fish smell, etc., can use it to remove, but also able to inhibit mold activity. Citronella essential oil is one of the most intolerable essential oils for insects and therefore is also one of the main ingredients in insecticides and pet shampoos. Indians have used lemongrass since ancient times to combat infectious diseases and fevers.
Lemongrass oil also has mood-enhancing, energizing, calming, balancing and blending properties. In particular, it is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.
Citronella oil needs to be diluted with other diluted oils. It is considered a "hot" oil and may cause photosensitivity in some people. It can be ingested orally. However, remember that although this oil is not toxic, it contains a large amount of aldehydes that may cause allergic skin reactions, so be sure to use it diluted or in small amounts.
Spraying it on clothing, cleansing the skin with citronella soap, bathing pets, or making candles are some common uses. Citronella is not toxic to most people, although mild irritating allergic reactions can occasionally occur.
Newborns are susceptible to mosquito bites, and many parents use citronella oil to repel mosquitoes and relieve itching. If you want to use it for newborns, it is best to dilute it and use it in small doses. Citronella essential oil is relatively irritating, and sometimes mild irritation and allergic reactions can occur. The skin of newborns is tender and thin, and is not resistant to stimulation, which can cause allergic reactions or skin damage. Citronella essential oil will also smell more stimulating, be careful not to let the newborn feel uncomfortable, or irritate the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity, eyes and so on.
5. Is the odor toxic
Citronella, mainly grown in India and Latin America. This plant ingredient is widely used in the cosmetic industry to manufacture and produce soaps and skin care products. Citronella oil is extracted from the sun-dried grass distilled to taste like a combination of fruity and lavender. It is effective in repelling insects and is often used as an indoor fragrance. Citronella essential oil is a very good air freshener, whether it is the smell of paint, soot, rotten smell, fish smell, etc., can use it to remove, but also able to inhibit mold activity.
Citronella essential oil one of the most intolerable essential oils for insects, so it is also one of the main ingredients in insecticides and pet shampoos. Indians have used lemongrass since ancient times to combat infectious diseases and fevers. In addition, modern medical research in India has found that lemon vanilla essential oil also has a calming effect on the central nervous system.
Lemon vanilla oil is antibacterial, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, promotes the regeneration of ligamentous connective tissue, dilates blood vessels, promotes blood circulation, and promotes lymphatic flow. It can be used to treat bladder infections, respiratory and sinus infections, digestive problems, parasites, muscle and ligament tears, water retention, varicose veins and salmonella. This essential oil is especially beneficial for the immune, lymphatic and circulatory systems. It also helps relieve headaches, kidney infections and swelling, and is commonly used to stimulate the thyroid gland.
In addition to these benefits, lemon vanilla essential oil has mood-enhancing, energizing, calming, balancing and blending properties. In particular, it is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.
Lemon vanilla oil needs to be diluted with other diluted oils before use. It is considered a "hot" oil and may cause photosensitivity in some people. It can be ingested orally. But keep in mind that although this oil is not toxic, it can cause allergic skin reactions due to the large amount of aldehydes it contains, so be sure to use it diluted or in small amounts.