What it is
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, also called camel grass oil, is the essential oil of an aromatic grass in the same genus as lemongrass and citronella. It is used at low levels in cosmetics to provide a fresh, herbaceous-citrus scent and to mask base odors. Like related Cymbopogon oils it contains terpene constituents that account for both its aroma and its potential allergen profile.
Safety & warnings
As an aromatic essential oil it can contain recognized fragrance allergens such as geraniol, citronellol, and linalool, which must be declared in some regions above set thresholds. It may irritate or sensitize fragrance-sensitive or reactive skin and is generally used at low concentrations in leave-on products.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of camel grass (Cymbopogon schoenanthus).
Questions everyone asks
What is camel grass oil?
It is the essential oil of Cymbopogon schoenanthus, an aromatic grass related to lemongrass, used as a natural fragrance and masking agent in cosmetics.
Is camel grass oil suitable for sensitive skin?
As a fragrant essential oil it can contain allergenic terpene constituents, so fragrance-sensitive or reactive skin may not tolerate it well.