LEMONGRASS ESSENTIAL OIL

Lemongrass Essential Oil in Bulk for Cosmetics

Lemongrass essential oil is a highly regarded aromatic raw material in cosmetic formulation, prized for its intense citrus profile and versatility across product types. This technical guide covers what it is, how it is obtained, and its main applications in professional cosmetics, aimed at labs, artisan soap makers and formulators sourcing at wholesale volumes.

What is lemongrass essential oil?

Lemongrass essential oil is obtained through steam distillation of the leaves of Cymbopogon, a tropical grass. Its composition is dominated by citral, geraniol, nerol and limonene, compounds responsible for its characteristic fresh, citrusy scent, alongside trace amounts of myrcene, linalool and citronellal that add complementary olfactory nuances.

For formulators, this translates into an essential oil with a strong, long-lasting aromatic profile, widely used as a natural fragrancing agent in cosmetics and valued for the sense of freshness it brings to the bases it is incorporated into.

Main cosmetic uses of lemongrass essential oil

Natural fragrancing. It is one of the most widely used essential oils as a top note in natural cosmetic fragrance creation, thanks to the intensity and stability of its citrus scent in soaps, shower gels and colognes.

Hair care formulation. It is incorporated into shampoos and hair treatments for its invigorating scent, blending well into aqueous formulas and alongside mild surfactants.

Cosmetics for oily-prone skin. Its aromatic profile and compatibility with lightweight formulations make it a common ingredient in gels, toners and products aimed at oily or sebum-prone skin.

Artisan soap making and saponification. As a wholesale essential oil supplier, we provide bulk lemongrass to soap makers seeking an intense, stable citrus scent that holds up through the saponification process, preserving its character in the finished bar.

CAS: 91844-92-7. EINECS: 295-161-9. INCI: CYMBOPOGON FLEXUOSUS OIL.