Why You Should Start Using Lemongrass TODAY
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. And when life gives you lemongrass, you say thank you and use it to your heart’s content. Why? Because lemongrass is good for you!
The formal cosmetic (or scientific) name for lemongrass is cymbopogon schoenanthus and it means business. It’s especially nice if you’re looking to make a cosmetics business, so why use lemongrass?
4 Reasons Lemongrass & Skincare Make an Amazing Pair
Lemongrass is not just for cooking or making tea. Let me explain all the reasons why you should incorporate lemongrass into your skincare.
Lemongrass is an All-time Favorite
There’s a long history of do-good with lemongrass. It’s always been used in cooking and herbal medicine and can be traced back to the Greek and Roman eras. That’s a pretty long time!
Lemongrass is native to continents like Africa and Asia and often used in cuisine. Fond of Chinese or Thai food? You’ll definitely recognize the sweet citrusy taste of lemongrass just by reading this sentence.
2. The Scent of Lemongrass
Speaking of history, lemongrass has been used in perfume since the 17th century as a way to keep people smelling nice. Remember, this is the time where hygiene was not at its finest and the concept of ‘showers’ did not exist. Lemongrass smells like someone softened the harsh brightness of lemon and turned it into something cozy.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or just trying to catch some sleep? Lemongrass is here to help! Aromatherapy is known for reducing stress, but lemongrass takes it one step further.
3. Lemongrass is Almost Anti-Everything
Let me explain the anti-everything part. Lemongrass has anti-microbial, antioxidant, and anti-fungal properties, and works as an anti-inflammatory product. All of that anti- means it’s amazing for the skin and body. Anti-microbial means lemongrass combats infections such as pneumonia while anti-fungal means no more athlete’s foot.
Anti-oxidant means lemongrass acts similar to vitamin C and helps combat free radicals in your skin. Lastly, anti-inflammatory makes for soothing relief on the body if in pain. There’s a reason why lemongrass has been used in medicine for centuries.
4. The Skin Loves Lemongrass
Lemongrass and the skin make an almost perfect match. Whether you use it day or night, lemongrass can do wonders for you. First, if you have oily or combination skin, you’ll love lemongrass for its ability to reduce the appearance of, err shine, without stripping any essential oils.
Second, as a natural astringent, lemongrass can help refine the appearance and size of pores. And third, lemongrass deeply cleanses and detoxifies the skin from dirt, sweat, and other impurities. Bonus Use: Lemongrass also works as a natural insect repellent!
A word Of warning
Although lemongrass has all of these amazing benefits, that doesn’t mean it’s for everyone. Lemongrass is strong even at its most basic state as an herb and may not be the best for people with sensitive skin.
Like the use of other ingredients like retinol or vitamin C, be careful not to overdo your use of lemongrass. Otherwise, irritation and dryness are sure to come. Make sure you integrate lemongrass into your skincare routine slowly and wait for its magic to do its thing.
Lemongrass at Genie Supply
Lemongrass works best as a toner or serum, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try it out in other ways! Also, all of our products (regardless of lemongrass use) are part of our green and clean motto so you don’t have to worry about any nasty ingredients hiding in the formula.
Lemongrass & the Face: Ethereal Serum
Our first product featuring lemongrass is called Ethereal Face Serum. Its antioxidant benefits combat any free radicals and signs of aging. Simply apply a few drops to clean skin with your fingers. You’ll look lovely and feel lovely immediately with its lemongrass citrus notes nourishing the skin.
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