Lemongrass Essential Oil

In aromatherapy, inhaling the aroma of lemongrass essential oil (or absorbing lemongrass essential oil through the skin) is thought to transmit messages to a brain region involved in controlling emotions.

Known as the limbic system, this brain region also influences the nervous system. Aromatherapy proponents suggest that essential oils may affect a number of biological factors, including heart rate, stress levels, blood pressure, breathing, and immune function.

In aromatherapy, lemongrass essential oil is typically used for the following problems:

• Acne
• Anxiety
• Athlete's foot
• Excessive sweating
• Headaches
• Indigestion
• Muscle aches

In addition, lemongrass essential oil is said to act as a natural insect repellent and is used as an air freshener.

Lemongrass essential oil is also used to alleviate stress and relieve pain.