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Bio African Bluegrass Essential Oil (Cymbopogon Validus)
Bio African Bluegrass Essential Oil (Cymbopogon Validus)
Steam-distilled African bluegrass oil with a strong, fresh and herbaceous aroma.
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African Bluegrass Essential Oil 100% Pure, Undiluted, Natural Aromatherapy
African bluegrass oil is rich in artemisia ketones, artemisia ketone plays a key role in inhibiting the formation of hemozoin, hemozoin is a waste product generated by mosquitoes that transmit malaria, being toxic for human cells and producing a drop in immunity.
Bluegrass essential oils are used as an astringent, skin toner, and are also used in antiaging preparations for men; These essential oils also have antifungal, antiseptic, and antiviral properties. The oils are also popularly used as a soothing foot bath. African Bluegrass essential oils and decoctions are traditionally used as antirodents, vermifuges, emetics, antiinfectives, and antiplasmodics; They also help in the treatment of morning sickness.
Blends
Amyris, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clove, Coriander, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lime, Melissa, Mimosa, Oakmoss, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Violet Leaf, Ylang Ylang.
Product Specifications
- Accepted botanical name: Cymbopogon nardus
- Synonym used for this product: Cymbopogon validus
- Family: Poaceae
- Common names supplied: African Bluegrass, Bluegrass
- INCI supplied: Cymbopogon Validus Leaf Oil
- Extraction method: Steam distillation
- Plant part: Leaves
- Perfumery note: Top to middle
- Aroma: Rich, strong, fresh and herbaceous
- Appearance: Light yellow liquid
- Country of origin: South Africa
Aromatic Profile
A forceful fresh-herbaceous opening with a green grassy character and enough body to carry into the middle of a blend.
Its intensity means a small amount can materially affect the finished aroma; evaluate gradually in trial blends.
Formulation & Usage
Batch Composition
The supplied description refers to artemisia ketone, but no batch-specific GC/MS profile or concentration is provided. Confirm constituent identity and levels from the current COA or GC/MS report before making composition or safety claims.
Formulation Role
- Fresh herbaceous top-to-middle note in natural perfumery
- Green aromatic support in floral, citrus and woody blends
- Diluted aromatherapy or bath formulations prepared with professional safety guidance
No universal inclusion rate is provided. Establish the final level from the current SDS, GC/MS data, applicable IFRA guidance and finished-product testing.
Applications
Perfumery & Aromatic Formulation
- Fresh herbaceous and green accords
- Natural perfume concentrates and oil-based fragrances
- Properly diluted bath, foot-care and aromatic body formulations
Blends Well With
Amyris, bergamot, cedarwood, cinnamon, citronella, clove, coriander, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, jasmine, lavender, lime, melissa, mimosa, oakmoss, orange, petitgrain, rose, sandalwood, violet leaf and ylang-ylang.
Safety
- Powerful essential oil; always dilute before topical use.
- For external use only; do not ingest.
- Patch test the finished dilution before use.
- The supplied guidance advises against use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Use extreme caution with children and seek qualified professional guidance.
- Confirm the current SDS, COA or GC/MS report and applicable IFRA guidance before commercial formulation.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.