Botanica Gaia Wild Crafted African Lemongrass Essential Oil | Cymbopogon giganteus | For Aromatherapy and oitments

Properties:

-Anti-inflammatory:
Widely used in traditional African medicine to soothe muscle and joint inflammation.

-Antipyretic and febrifuge:
Infusions and applications with the oil help reduce fever, hence its common name "fever grass."

-Antibacterial and antifungal:
Active against various skin and respiratory pathogens. Traditionally used for mild skin and respiratory infections.

-Antiparasitic and insect repellent:
Very effective as a natural mosquito repellent.

-Antispasmodic:
Can help relieve mild digestive cramps and spasms.

-Mild analgesic:
Used for headaches, neuralgia, and joint pain.

Aromatherapy Properties:

-Mental stimulant: Promotes concentration and mental clarity.

-Emotional energizer: Helps overcome states of lethargy or sadness.

-Air purifier: Useful when diffused to cleanse the air and create invigorating environments.

-Nervous system harmonizer: In synergy with oils like lavender or basil, it can calm the nervous system.

1) Citrus: They reinforce its freshness, clarity, and purifying effect:

- Sweet orange (Citrus sinensis)
- Mandarin (Citrus reticulata)
- Lemon (Citrus limon)
- Litsea cubeba (May Chang)

2. Herbs and greens: They accentuate its herbaceous character and balance its intensity:
- Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
- Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
- Clary sage (Salvia sclarea)
- Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)

3) Woods and resins: They provide depth, hold, and warmth:
- Atlas cedar (Cedrus atlantica)
- Sandalwood (Santalum album or Amyris balsamifera)
- Frankincense (Boswellia carterii)
- Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)

4) Light spices: They provide a Warm touch and round out its energizing vibration:

- Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
- Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
- Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)

5) Florals (to balance and soften): They transform your energy into something more harmonious and gentle:

- Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
- Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata)
- Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)

Example of a stimulating and purifying blend (diffuser):

4 drops Cymbopogon giganteus
3 drops Red Mandarin
2 drops Rosemary cineole
1 drop Frankincense. (Boswellia Carterii).

Common Uses

-Therapeutic massages: for muscle pain and circulation (diluted in a carrier).

-Respiratory ointments or balms (combined with eucalyptus and mint).

-Natural insect repellents.

-Air diffusion to clear stuffy environments.

-Shampoos and products for irritated scalps or dandruff.

-Natural perfumes with herbal and citrus notes.