What is Lemongrass Oil Good For?
Essential oils are often used for their aromatic ability to relieve stress and boost mood. Lemongrass oil also has many specific benefits for the hair and scalp. The pure essential oil that I use is steam-distilled from the spicy green grasses of East Indian Cymbopogan flexuosus plant. Known for its light, lemony-citrusy aroma, lemongrass oil can give you healthier, fuller, cleaner, and more fragrant hair.
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The following 9 reasons and low side-effects make lemongrass essential oil a very popular choice for natural hair care.
Lemongrass Oil Deep Cleanses The Scalp
One remarkable benefit of Lemongrass Essential Oil for hair health is its ability to soothe, sanitize, unclog, and deeply cleanse the scalp - creating the foundation for strong, vibrant hair. Lemongrass Essential Oil's anti-inflammatory properties soothes irritation and reduce redness creating a healthier environment for hair growth, its anti-microbial nature combats bacteria, microbes, and fungi to maintain a balanced scalp biome, and finally it also helps to regulate sebum production to help open clogged pores that impede hair nourishing blood flow, thus this oil thoroughly cleanses the scalp, creating optimal conditions for healthy, shiny hair to thrive.
Lemongrass Oil Helps Control Dandruff
Dandruff can be a persistent challenge, with many conventional products that only address the symptoms failing to provide lasting relief. Lemongrass essential oil offers a natural alternative, renowned for its powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties that target the root causes of dandruff. A study in 2015 found that regular use of lemongrass essential oil significantly reduced dandruff within seven days, making it an effective and fast-acting solution. However, lemongrass oil is highly concentrated and should not be applied directly to the skin as it can cause irritation. To safely use lemongrass essential oil for dandruff, always dilute lemongrass essential oil with a carrier oil or blend it into your shampoo or conditioner. Incorporating this potent oil into your hair care routine can help restore balance to your scalp, leaving it clean, refreshed, and dandruff-free.
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Lemongrass Oil Is A Natural Hair Disinfectant & Insect Repellant
The ability to repel insects is one of the best benefits of using lemongrass essential oil for hair. Unless you're a mom or dad it's not something you probably think about, but head lice are most common among children aged 3 to 11 who attend school or childcare, spreading easily in close quarters or during play and can easily spread to other family members. Lemongrass essential oil, with its refreshing citrus aroma naturally repels lice, making it a great addition to shampoos, conditioners, or hair sprays used by children and their families. Incorporating products containing lemongrass essential oil into your routine can help create a natural barrier against lice while also supporting a healthy, clean scalp.
Lemongrass Oil Is A Hair Odor Eliminator
A health scalp does not have a particularly noticeable odor. Beyond any medical or environmental cause, persistent hair or scalp odor may simply lie in excess shampoo, conditioner, or other styling products left on the scalp. While remedies like onion water may promote also hair health, their lingering, unpleasant odor can make them impractical. Lemongrass essential oil offers a refreshing alternative that gently reduces product buildup while also addressing other possible causes of persistent hair odor.
Helps In Hair Growth
Hair growth starts with strong, nourished follicles, and that begins with proper blood flow to deliver essential nutrients, oxygen, and waste removal to the scalp. Lemongrass essential oil's purifying and stimulating properties can complement this process by helping to cleanse the scalp and enhance circulation. To use lemongrass essential oil for hair growth, blend a few drops with a carrier oil like almond oil. Gently massage the mixture into your scalp and hair roots to stimulate blood flow while enjoying the calming citrus aroma. For added benefits, wrap your hair in a warm towel for about an hour, allowing the oil to work deeply. Then, rinse thoroughly to reveal a refreshed scalp and hair ready to thrive. Incorporate this mindful ritual to nourish your hair with a bonus - a moment of self-care and renewal.
Lemongrass Oil Treatment Non-genetic Hair Loss
Hair loss isn't just a concern for older adults; it's increasingly common among teens and adults due to factors like excessive use of styling products—waxes, gels, and dyes—that can damage hair over time. For the same reasons stated above, lemongrass essential oil offers a natural way to support scalp health by gently cleansing, reducing buildup, and promoting a balanced environment for healthier hair growth, while also avoiding the negative effects of synthetic products.
Lemongrass Oil Reduces Headache
More than its direct benefits for hair and scalp health, lemongrass essential oil can also help reduce headaches caused by tension and stress. Massaging this oil mixed with coconut, jojoba, olive or sweet almond oil into your scalp not only promotes healthier hair but also provides a calming effect that may ease headache symptoms. Lemongrass essential oil contains citral, known for its anti-inflammatory and calming properties, which may help alleviate tension-related headaches. Its refreshing, citrusy aroma has been shown to promote relaxation and reduce stress, common triggers of headaches. When applied as a scalp massage itself improves blood circulation and provides physical relaxation, further contributing to headache relief. When used as part of a wellness routine, lemongrass essential oil supports both mental clarity and hair vitality.
Create Your Own Lemongrass Essential Oil Hair Blends
Lemongrass essential oil benefits your hair care and imparts a unique citrusy aroma. If that by itself doesn't suit you, or you wish to change it up, lemongrass pairs beautifully with other oils. It blends effortlessly with citrus oils like Bergamot, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, and Orange for a refreshing aroma. You can soften its bold scent with floral oils like Chamomile, Rose, Lavender, or Ylang Ylang. For a mix of citrus and mint, try pairing it with Rosemary oil. You'll still get the lemongrass essential oil benefits but with a signature aroma that's all your own.
Lemongrass Essential Oil Makes Hair Shinier
The primary ingredient in many commercial hair products that makes hair appear shinier is dimethicone - a form of silicone. There may be nothing wrong with putting a man-made product in your hair, but I'm a believer that simpler is better. Lemongrass essential oil helps regulate the scalp's natural oils, ensuring hair remains hydrated but not greasy, a key factor in maintaining a healthy shine. It's astringent properties tone and purify the scalp creating the ideal environment for healthy, lustrous hair. Regular use of lemongrass oil, when properly diluted, can strengthen hair strands to improve hair texture and reduce split end breakage - a common causes of lackluster hair.
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Lemongrass Essential Oil Is Good For Ingrown Hair
Lemongrass essential oil's skin-rejuvenating and astringent properties can help reduce ingrown hairs by unclogging pores and soothing irritation. Its natural antiseptic qualities may also prevent inflammation and potential infections caused by shaving, reducing the itching that could turn into an infection. Properly diluted, it can be applied post-shave to calm and protect the skin, leaving it refreshed and balanced.
Conclusion With My Wishes For You
Lemongrass essential oil offers meaningful benefits for your hair, skin, and overall well-being. Its refreshing fragrance and nurturing properties make it a simple yet powerful tool for self-care. But the greatest benefit goes beyond any single ingredient—it begins with your desire for wellness and a commitment to manifesting it in your life. By incorporating something simple and beautiful into your daily routine, you create a tangible affirmation of your journey toward health and balance. I invite you to explore my curated collections to discover something beautiful, something that interrupts your ordinary routine and reminds you daily of your commitment to wellness, strength, and resilience against life’s challenges.
Lemongrass Essential Oil Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I use lemongrass essential oil for hair growth?
Add a few drops to your shampoo for occasional use, or mix with almond oil for a gentle, daily scalp massage. Always dilute before applying. Beyond eliminating active agents that cause hair loss, a gentle but thorough massage of the scalp to stimulate blood flow at least twice a day is the most important thing you can do to stimulate hair re-growth.
Q: Is lemongrass good for hair loss?
Yes, lemongrass essential oil helps reduce hair loss by nourishing the scalp, clearing buildup, and improving blood circulation to hair follicles.
Q: Does lemongrass grow hair?
Lemongrass doesn’t directly grow hair but supports hair growth by nourishing the scalp and enhancing follicle health with that natural compounds neral and geranial found in citral. Always dilute pure lemongrass essential oil with a carrier oil before applying to the skin.
Q: Which oil is best for hair growth and thickness?
There are other essential oils that you can use for hair growth and thickness. I recommend lemongrass essential oil mixed with almond oil as a carrier. Almond oil contains biotin - as does avocado and coconut oil - which is strongly recommended for hair growth. Onion oil is recommended mainly for its sulfur content which increases hair strength.. Experiment to see which works best for you and your hair type.
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Why can’t you apply Lemongrass oil directly to skin?
Is it ok to apply if mixed with a carrier oil?