Lemongrass Insect Repellent Balm
balm
Ingredients
Conditions addressed
How to use
Apply a small amount to the affected area 1â2Ã daily. Patch-test on a small area of skin first.
- A traditional balm made from Lemongrass essential oil, Coconut oil, Beeswax, Citronella oil.
- Prepare in small batches and store in a cool, dark place.
Interactions & contraindications
Lemongrass essential oil
- Pregnancy & breastfeeding â insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 â therapeutic dosage not established
- Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) â may overstimulate immune response
May affect immune activity
Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)
Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.
Coconut oil
Full profile- Pregnancy & breastfeeding â insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 â therapeutic dosage not established
- Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) â may overstimulate immune response
May affect immune activity
Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)
Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.
Beeswax
- Pregnancy & breastfeeding â insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 â therapeutic dosage not established
- Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) â may overstimulate immune response
May affect immune activity
Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)
Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.
Citronella oil
- Pregnancy & breastfeeding â insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 â therapeutic dosage not established
- Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) â may overstimulate immune response
May affect immune activity
Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)
Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.