How is this lemongrass oil used in cosmetics and personal care?
In cosmetics lemongrass oil brings a fresh, clean, citrus-herbaceous note to body care and cleansing products. Typical uses: bar and liquid soap (0.5-1%), body wash and shampoo (0.3-1%), deodorant and foot-care products (0.1-0.5%), lotions (0.1-0.5%), and natural room/body sprays. It is also a favourite in insect-repellent body care.
Cosmetic Applications
| Product | Typical use level |
|---|---|
| Bar soap / syndet | 0.5 - 1% |
| Body wash / shampoo | 0.3 - 1% |
| Lotion / cream | 0.1 - 0.5% |
| Deodorant / foot care | 0.1 - 0.5% |
| Natural spray / mist | 0.5 - 1% with solubiliser |
| Insect-repellent body care | 5 - 10% maximum (skin-safe limit per Essential Oil Safety) |
- IFRA 51st caps: body lotion 0.25%, deodorant/body spray 0.05% (citral-driven) — check the finished-product class
- EU: all six 2023/1545 allergens must be declared on the label (citral etc.)
- pH and oxidation matter: citral is sensitive to strong alkali (soap saponification) and long exposure to light — dose at the cool-down stage and use UV-protected packaging
- Always dilute; never use neat on skin
Relate Products
This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.
