With the discovery of antimicrobials in the 1940s, scientists prophesied the defeat of infectious diseases that had plagued humankind throughout history. However, the remarkable healing power of antibiotics invites widespread and often inappropriate use.
Lemongrass is one of the most popular soap making herbs. A small amount of essential oil mixed in your homemade soap recipes adds a mild, yellowish-green, hue with a potent lemon scent. Lemongrass is a natural astringent. It minimizes pores and firms skin. It helps get rid of blackheads and relieve acne.
Bury the lemongrass seeds 1 inch apart and 1/4 inch deep in the mixture of sand, compost and sphagnum. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of compost or vermiculite and mist or gently water the mixture. Put the seed tray in a sealed plastic bag or wrap it with clear plastic cling wrap.