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Lemongrass is the summer active in our skincare.
When a product needs to shout freshness, lemongrass is the answer. You'll find it in our popular Lemongrass Lip Care and in our Aloe Vera Lemongrass Soap. The citrus scent turns every use into a little summer moment.
Citrus scent from the tropics
Lemongrass is a tropical sweet grass from South and Southeast Asia. The essential oil is distilled from the leaves and contains citral – responsible for its characteristic fresh, citrusy scent and its mildly antibacterial properties.
Lemongrass in our fresh skincare
Which skin is lemongrass right for?
Lemongrass is a potent scent and care ingredient – use it sparingly and watch out for sensitive skin.
How does lemongrass work on the skin?
Three mechanisms that make lemongrass so versatile.
Antibacterial through citral
Citral has been shown to slow the growth of skin-relevant bacteria – natural freshness protection.
Sebum-regulating
Supports the skin's natural balance when sebum is excessive.
Mood-activating
The fresh citrus scent activates smell receptors – it invigorates and lifts your mood.
What can you use lemongrass for?
A fresh note in lipsticks and balms
An invigorating active for summer skincare
Cleansing with a fresh scent
Traditionally used against mosquitoes
Sebum-regulating for oily skin
Freshness for tired feet
Lemongrass pairs especially well with …
The ideal partners for fresh, summery care.
What do studies say?
„Lemongrass oil shows antimicrobial activity against typical skin germs."
„Citral, the main active, has documented antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects."
„Lemongrass aromatherapy measurably reduces stress levels."
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