Lemongrass
INCI
Cymbopogon Citratus
ORIGEN
Vegetal. Citronella is a plant of Indian origin up to a meter and a half tall with green leaves. It has a lemony aroma that makes it refer to it as lemongrass.
ALMA DE LA ESENCIA
Natural cosmetic. Citronella oil contains citronella contains large amount of the actives citral and β-myrcene. It is used in traditional Indian medicine for infectious diseases.
BENEFICIOS
To offer you an effective cosmetic at EZENTIA we have decided to use this active essence due its following properties:
- Anti-cellulite. Citronella oil contains a high content of citral that is refreshing and helps to improve the microcirculation of the skin, keeping it with adequate nutrition and with an anti-cellulite effect.
- Protector. Its content in β-myrcene favors antimicrobial activity in the skin, which helps to keep it healthy.
- Astringent. It has astringent properties that help to tint the pores, which is very useful for oily skins.
- Purifying. Citronella oil acts on the skin with purifying and purifying properties that leave the skin clean and illuminated.
- Anti-aging. It has anti-oxidant properties that prevent aging due to the action of free radicals.
REFERENCIAS CIENTÍFICAS
Trần, Hiền, et al. .Color and composition of beauty products formulated with lemongrass essential oil: Cosmetics formulation with lemongrass essential oil.
Mosquera T, et al. Biological activity of Cymbopogon citratus (DC) Stapf and its potential cosmetic activities.
Pereira, R. P., et al. Antioxidant Effects of Differente Extracts from Melissa officinalis, Matricaria recutita and Cymbopogon citratus.
