Lemongrass
AKA “Lemongrass Oil, Cymbopogon citratus, Fever Grass
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Lemongrass
AKA: Lemongrass Oil, Cymbopogon citratus, Fever Grass
Essential Oil · Fragrance | Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Lemongrass leaf extract brings a fresh, uplifting aroma to skincare formulas while offering natural antioxidant properties to help protect skin.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Leaf
CAS #
8007-02-1
Plant-Derived
Plant-Derived
Plant Source
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Function
Fragrance | Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning | Soothing
Benefits
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
Traditional herb in Southeast Asian, Ayurvedic, and African medicine used for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Historically employed in skincare preparations to cleanse and tone the skin, and in traditional medicine for wound healing.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Oiliness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR