Lemongrass
INCI Name: Cymbopogon flexuous
Cymbopogon flexuosus, also called Cochin grass, East-Indian lemon grass or Malabar grass, is a perennial grass native to India, Sri Lanka, Burma, and Thailand. It is placed in the genus Cymbopogon (lemongrasses).
Its essential oil is produced by steam distillation of the freshly cut leaves. The oil is anti-infective, stimulates lymph circulation, anti-inflammatory, and insect repellent.
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It fills wrinkles and normalizes key proteins necessary for skin differentiation.
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Alpha hydroxy acids are popular ingredients for their skin-renewing and exfoliating properties.
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Due to its soothing properties, frankincense essential oil is well-suited for treating sensitive or irritated skin.
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Gentiana Scabra Root Extract is primarily known for its skin conditioning properties.
