Perfumery
OLFACTORY DESCRIPTION
Lemongrass essential oil is a classic in terms of olfactory, therapeutic and culinary properties. Nevertheless its power does not alter its great sophistication. It is lemony, but also highly aromatic and spicy, while retaining a freshness to any test. Gradually leaving its citrus notes behind, the fragrance moves into olfactory recesses close to geranium and rose, before joining the green and earthy trail of a persistent herb like basil. The food dimension is gradually increasing, approaching coriander and carrot seed, to finally fade into the dull, murky earth.
IN PERFUME
Notes :
Top
Associations :
Use as an accessory due to its strength. Can be used as a binder Aromatic/Zesty with Mandora or Clary Sage.
Creations :
• “The Smell of Freedom” – Lush
• “Melancolia” – Les Liquides Imaginaires
Olfactotherapy
main emotions
The ideal oil to combine form and good mood. To advise in case of need of energy, to boost the capacities or simply to overcome the dark thoughts. A beautiful anti-depressant that stimulates and refreshes at the same time.
Good mood, Fitness, Tonus
Indications
• Energy requirement
• Black Ideas
• Need to boost intellectual capacities.
Tips for use
• 5 to 10 drops in a diffuser
• a few drops on a ceramic pebble to place in a closet or a living room
• on a wet cloth, let it infuse, inhale deeply several times a day
For more details and to know if an oil is suitable for you and the best use for you, do not hesitate to contact an olfactotherapist.
Aromatherapy
Properties
• Anti-infectious +++
• Anti-inflammatory +++
• Nervous calming +++
• Anti-viral +++
• Antalgic +++
• Repulsive +
The essence of Lemongrass is linked to the solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra), it helps to fight against depression and to concentrate.
Tips for use
For your safety and that of your loved ones, consider consulting a professional aromatherapist.
In food
FEMA Number : 2291
*The FEMA number is an international food safety number. It is essential to be able to use them in food, without it, you are not allowed to consume them. Le Sourceur rejects any responsibility in case of non respect of these rules. Essential oils are also very concentrated, a single drop is often enough to flavor your cold dishes, when we consider a maximum of 2 to 3 drops on a hot dish. Be careful with their use in cooking, too much of them can be dangerous or even fatal. If in doubt, contact a specialist.
Recipes
We recommend lemongrass essential oil for a little touch of flavor, but use it sparingly or you may have to taste your dish several times before tasting it.
Some recipe ideas :
• White meat (chicken, turkey) – 1 to 2 drops
• Salmon Ceviche with coconut milk – Spread well, 1 to 2 drops are enough
• On a grilled fish (sea bass or sea bream) Be careful with the power
Bibliography
On the internet
Heart of the forest
Wikiphyto – Lemongrass
Lemongrass Essential Oil – Passeport Santé
book
L’aromathérapie exactement, by Pierre Franchomme and Daniel Pénoël, 2001
Thanks
Kathy Vandevelde for her expertise in olfactotherapy
Adrien Blanc for his expertise in perfume
Aurore Jouan for her expertise in olfactotherapy
