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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A synthetic peptide that reduces the production of pro-inflammatory interleukins (IL-6 and IL-8).
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Hydrating, conditioning agent. Consists of amino acid arginine and sodium pyrrolidone carboxylate.
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Wound healing, regenerating, anti-inflammatory, pain reliever, soothes irritated and burned skin.
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A natural mineral, used in cosmetics as a UV filter or white colorant.
