Lemongrass Extract
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
Also known as: Cymbopogon Citrates, Lemongrass Oil, cymbopogon
Can have beneficial properties but may be a skin sensitizer | Also known as cymbopogon
EWG Safety Score
What Is Lemongrass Extract?
Extract that can have beneficial properties, but it also may be a skin sensitizer. Lemongrass also goes by the name cymbopogon. For more information, see the entry for Cymbopogon Citrates.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Journal of Applied Microbiology, 2000, volume 88, pages 308-316 [https://academic.oup.com/jambio/article-abstract/88/2/308/6721419]
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