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Updated October 2026
Lavender and lemongrass blend beautifully. Soft, floral lavender rounds off lemongrass's sharp, lemony edge, giving you a fresh, spa-like scent that's both calming and uplifting. In a diffuser, I use about 2 drops of lavender for every 1 drop of lemongrass.
Below are 5 lavender and lemongrass recipes, 6 diffuser blends and how to use the pair safely on skin. For my full lemongrass profile and more blends, see my lemongrass diffuser blends and essential oil guide. Jump to the recipes.
Why Lavender and Lemongrass Work Together
| Lavender | Lemongrass | |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical name | Lavandula angustifolia | Cymbopogon flexuosus |
| Scent | Soft, floral, herbal | Fresh, lemony, grassy |
| Traditionally used for | Relaxation, restful sleep, dry or irritated-feeling skin | Uplifting mood, focus, freshening the air, tired muscles |
| On skin | Gentle, 1 to 3% | Strong, 0.7% max |
Together, lavender takes the lead and lemongrass adds brightness. That makes them a great pair for room sprays, a relaxing-but-fresh diffuser blend and massage oils for tired muscles. Learn more in my posts on uses for lavender essential oil and lemongrass essential oil uses.
How Much Lemongrass to Use on Skin
Lemongrass can irritate skin, so in any lavender and lemongrass skin blend, I keep lemongrass to 0.7% or less and let lavender make up the rest.
| Carrier | Lemongrass (max) | Lavender for a 2% blend | Lavender for a 3% blend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 ml roller | 1 drop | 3 drops | 5 drops |
| 1 Tbsp (15 ml) | 2 drops | 4 drops | 7 drops |
I use 2% for larger areas and 3% for small spots like the neck and shoulders. Lemongrass on skin is for adults in my recipes. See my dilution chart for more.
5 Lavender and Lemongrass Recipes
1. Lavender and Lemongrass Room Spray
For the air and linens, not skin. Keep pets out of the room while spraying.
- 10 drops lavender
- 6 drops lemongrass
- 1 Tbsp high-proof grain alcohol or vodka
- Distilled water
- 2 oz glass spray bottle
Method: Add the essential oils and alcohol to the bottle and swirl to mix, then fill with distilled water. The alcohol helps the oils disperse. Shake well and spritz into the air or lightly over linens.
2. Lavender and Lemongrass Diffuser Blend
Adults and kids 6+
- 4 drops lavender
- 2 drops lemongrass
Method: Add to your diffuser with water to the fill line. Diffuse for 30 to 60 minutes in a ventilated room. It feels relaxing but still fresh, which makes it nice for the afternoon slump.
3. Outdoor Lotion
Adults
- 9 drops lavender
- 3 drops lemongrass
- 1 oz unscented lotion
- 1 oz glass jar
Method: Add the essential oils to the jar, fill with unscented lotion and stir well. Smooth onto arms and legs before an evening on the patio. Lemongrass is traditionally used in outdoor blends to keep bugs away. Where mosquito-borne illness is a concern, use an EPA-registered repellent. This is a 2% blend with lemongrass at 0.5%. More ideas in my natural bug spray recipes.
4. Tired Muscle Roller
Adults
- 5 drops lavender
- 1 drop lemongrass
- 10 ml roller bottle topped with jojoba oil
Method: Add the essential oils to the roller, fill with jojoba and shake. Roll onto tired shoulders, the back of your neck or calves after a long day. This is a 3% blend for small areas, with lemongrass at 0.5%.
5. Relaxing Foot Soak
Adults
- 4 drops lavender
- 1 drop lemongrass
- 1 Tbsp unscented liquid castile soap or carrier oil
- 1/2 cup Epsom salt
- Basin of warm water
Method: Stir the essential oils into the castile soap or carrier oil first, since salt alone won't disperse them. Mix that into the Epsom salt, then swish it into a basin of warm water. Soak your feet for 15 to 20 minutes. If you use oil, the basin will be slippery, so dry your feet before standing.
Ultimate Essential Oil Recipes Guide
These lavender and lemongrass blends are in my Ultimate Essential Oil Recipes Guide, with 150+ easy recipe blends.
Lavender and Lemongrass Diffuser Blends
Add these to a 100 to 200 ml diffuser. Want 10 more? See my lemongrass diffuser blends and lavender diffuser blends.
Springtime Clean
Adults and kids 6+ (contains rosemary)
- 2 drops lime
- 2 drops lemongrass
- 2 drops lavender
- 2 drops rosemary
Refresh Mindset
Adults and kids 6+ (contains peppermint)
- 4 drops lavender
- 3 drops lemongrass
- 2 drops peppermint
- 1 drop patchouli
Create
Adults and kids 6+
- 3 drops lemongrass
- 3 drops lavender
- 2 drops pink pepper
Restore
Adults and kids 10+ (contains eucalyptus)
- 4 drops lavender
- 3 drops eucalyptus
- 2 drops lemongrass
Good Luck Blend
Adults and kids 6+ (contains rosemary)
- 2 drops lemongrass
- 2 drops lavender
- 2 drops grapefruit
- 2 drops rosemary
Clear My Head
Adults and kids 6+
- 3 drops lemongrass
- 3 drops lavender
- 3 drops cedarwood
Safety Tips
- Keep lemongrass at 0.7% or less on skin, and skip it on broken or sensitive skin.
- Patch test new blends first.
- Diffuse for 30 to 60 minutes in a ventilated room, and keep a door open so cats and other pets can leave.
- If you're pregnant or nursing, check with your doctor before using essential oils.
- Store your oils somewhere cool and dark. Old lemongrass is more likely to irritate skin.
Keep Exploring
- Lemongrass diffuser blends and essential oil guide
- Lemongrass essential oil uses and recipes
- Can you mix lemongrass and peppermint oil?
- What mixes well with lavender essential oil?
- Lavender diffuser blends
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