Lemongrass Oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the leaves and stalks of the lemongrass plant (commonly Cymbopogon citratus).

English Ingredient Name (for labeling)

• Lemongrass Oil
  or more formal:
• Lemongrass Essential Oil

What it is used for

Lemongrass oil is widely used in:

• Fragrance / perfume products (fresh citrus-herbal scent)
• Aromatherapy (relaxation, stress relief)
• Cosmetics (soap, shampoo, body wash)
• Household products (cleaners, air fresheners, insect-repelling formulas)
• Food flavoring (only if food-grade) in very small amounts

Key properties

• Strong citrus + herbal aroma
• Natural antibacterial & antifungal properties
• Acts as a deodorizer
• Helps mask unwanted odors in formulations

Important note

There are two common grades:

• ❌ Industrial / fragrance grade → for cleaning products, cosmetics, perfumes
• ✔️ Food grade (rare & certified) → only for flavoring applications

Typical usage level

• Very low concentration (often 0.1% – 2%) depending on product type