How to Make Lemongrass Oil
Lemongrass oil sold in the market today is made via steam distillation. But if you have lemongrass growing in your backyard, you can easily make this oil by infusing it with another carrier oil. Here's a simple method on how to make Lemongrass Oil at home.
What You Will Need
2 or more lemongrass stalks
Fine cheesecloth
Mortar and pestle/rolling pin
Carrier oil (Olive, rice bran, grapeseed, or any unscented natural oil)
Two jars
Dark glass container
Procedure
1. Get two lemongrass stalks and crush them with the mortar and pestle. This will help release the oil. A rolling pin makes an effective substitute if you don’t have a mortar and pestle.
2. Place the crushed stalks inside the jar and cover them with oil. Seal the jar with an airtight lid and place in a sunny location for two days. Make sure the spot gets ample sunlight and heat throughout the day.
3. Using a cheesecloth, strain the lemongrass oil and into a second quart jar.
4. Repeat step 1. Add the crushed stalks to the second quart jar, and then place back in the sun for two more days.
5. Repeat these steps as necessary, until your oil reaches your desired level of potency. You can determine this by smelling the mixture.
6. Once you’ve reached the desired potency, drain the oil again through a cheesecloth and into dark bottles for storage. Fasten lids on the bottles tightly and store in a cool, dark place.
Lemongrass oil sold in the market today is made via steam distillation. But if you have lemongrass growing in your backyard, you can easily make this oil by infusing it with another carrier oil. Here's a simple method on how to make Lemongrass Oil at home.
What You Will Need
2 or more lemongrass stalks
Fine cheesecloth
Mortar and pestle/rolling pin
Carrier oil (Olive, rice bran, grapeseed, or any unscented natural oil)
Two jars
Dark glass container
Procedure
1. Get two lemongrass stalks and crush them with the mortar and pestle. This will help release the oil. A rolling pin makes an effective substitute if you don’t have a mortar and pestle.
2. Place the crushed stalks inside the jar and cover them with oil. Seal the jar with an airtight lid and place in a sunny location for two days. Make sure the spot gets ample sunlight and heat throughout the day.
3. Using a cheesecloth, strain the lemongrass oil and into a second quart jar.
4. Repeat step 1. Add the crushed stalks to the second quart jar, and then place back in the sun for two more days.
5. Repeat these steps as necessary, until your oil reaches your desired level of potency. You can determine this by smelling the mixture.
6. Once you’ve reached the desired potency, drain the oil again through a cheesecloth and into dark bottles for storage. Fasten lids on the bottles tightly and store in a cool, dark place.
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