Citronella Oil
What Is Citronella Oil?
Citronella is a perennial aromatic plant native to tropical Asia that belongs to the Poaceae family. As its name implies, the citronella plant is the source of citronella essential oil, which is widely used as an effective, natural insect repellent. Citronella oil has a distinctly crisp and fresh aroma that is floral and citrus-like. It contains unique phytochemical compounds, including geraniol, limonene, trans-methyl isoeugenol, geranyl acetate, and borneol, responsible for its potent antimicrobial, anthelmintic, antioxidant, anticonvulsant, and wound-healing effects. Read more >-
Citronella Essential Oil from Homeocan has a distinctive scent, it's often described as grassy, lemony, and floral. Citronella is commonly used in Aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprain, strain and rheumatoid arthritis. As a carminative antispasmodic it can be used for symptomatic relief of digestive discomfort and also to relieve headaches. Look closely, and ...
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Homeocan combines best essential oils in this Spray Oil designed to be applied to the skin. In this combination you’ll find the following oils: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Rapeseed, Citronella, Lavender, Lemon-sent Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Geranium. Homeocan’s Spray Oil provides skin with nourishing and revitalizing elements and has a reinvigorating fragrance. Made with the highest quali...
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Homeocan’s Spray Oil provides skin with nourishing and revitalizing elements and has a reinvigorating fragrance. Made with the highest quality pure organic grape seed oil and pure Essential Oils. Homeocan combines best essential oils in this Spray Oil designed to be applied to the skin. In this combination you’ll find the following oils: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Rapeseed, Citronella, La...
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100% PURE CITRONELLA OIL FROM NOW FOODS 100% ESSENTIAL OIL CITRONELLA STEAM DISTILLED FROM THE FRESH OR DRIED GRASS. Citronella oil is popular among many in the summer months for it's strong scent. This strong scented oil has a slight lemony aroma, it is often used as an ingredient in many cosmetics, shampoos, perfumes, and candles. Its aroma is inspiring and invigorating and blends well with ...
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Experience the fresh and lemony scent of New Root Herbal's Citronella Essential Oil, derived from the leaves of the java citronella plants in Sri Lanka. Its reviving and uplifting aroma is perfect for creating a cleansing and purifying sensation. This pure oil is crafted through a steam-distillation process, ensuring that it contains zero additives. You can diffuse a few drops of this oil outdo...
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Aromapathic Labs Citronella oil is made from the fresh leaves from the Citronella plant. After harvesting, its leaves are crushed and then steam distilled, giving us the fresh, lemony and woodsy scent of a high quality citronella oil. Most essential oils need to be mixed with a carrier oil for topcial application, so this convenient roll-on features pure Indonesian citronella oil already mixed ...
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Aromapathic Labs Citronella oil is made from the leaves of the citronella plant. After harvesting, the leaves are crushed and steam distilled, giving us the citrus, lemony, camphourous scent of a high quality citronella oil. Essential oils need to be mixed with a carrier oil for topical application, simply mix 12 drops of this pure Indonesian citronella oil to every 30ml of your favourite carri...
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Aromapathic Labs Citronella oil is made from the leaves of the citronella plant. After harvesting, the leaves are crushed and steam distilled, giving us the citrus, lemony, camphourous scent of a high quality citronella oil. Essential oils need to be mixed with a carrier oil for topical application, simply mix 12 drops of this pure Indonesian citronella oil to every 30ml of your favourite carri...
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Aromapathic Labs Citronella oil is made from the leaves of the citronella plant. After harvesting, the leaves are crushed and steam distilled, giving us the citrus, lemony, camphourous scent of a high quality citronella oil. Essential oils need to be mixed with a carrier oil for topical application, simply mix 12 drops of this pure Indonesian citronella oil to every 30ml of your favourite carri...
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Aromapathic Labs Outdoor Trio features 3 potent essential oils roll on's that are already prediluted in grape seed carrier oil. These roll on's are convenient and great to take outdoors, carry in your bag, pocket or car, whenever you need. This trio is a summer must have for an easy natural fragrance. [LIQUID]
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Citronella is a perennial aromatic plant native to tropical Asia that belongs to the Poaceae family.As its name implies, the citronella plant is the source of citronella essential oil, which is widely used as an effective, natural insect repellent.
This oil has a distinctly crisp and fresh aroma that is floral and citrus-like. It contains unique phytochemical compounds, including geraniol, limonene, trans-methyl isoeugenol, geranyl acetate, and borneol, responsible for its potent antimicrobial, anthelmintic, antioxidant, anticonvulsant, and wound-healing effects.
Citronella oil has long been used in culinary and medicinal applications in China, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia. It was and is still a common flavouring agent and can help soothe pain, infections, rashes, and all sorts of inflammatory conditions. Moreover, this oil is a commonly used ingredient in natural cleaning products, perfume fragrances, aromatherapy candles, and cosmetics.
Benefits of Citronella Essential Oil
- Effective Insect Repellant
- Protects against free radical damage
- Lifts Moods
- Encourages wound healing
- Treats Fungal and Parasitic Infections
Therapeutic Properties of Citronella Essential Oil
Citronella oil is prized for its cleansing, disinfecting, freshening, and deodorizing properties. It is a safe and effective alternative to DEET on camping trips, hiking trips, and summers at the cottage to mask the body's natural fragrances and keep mosquitoes and other insects away. Citronella is also remarkable for use in a diffuser or room spray to kill harmful airborne bacteria while freshening the air and imparting a vibrant aroma. The oil is additionally recognized for its ability to lift moods, relax the body, and help us better handle stress. In topical application, diluted in the carrier oil you prefer (I love sweet almond oil), citronella is excellent for soothing sore muscles and calming cramps and spasms. It is also very effective at easing headaches and boosting energy. Moreover, this oil offers robust skin health benefits and can expertly soothe inflammation, irritation, and myriad other skin conditions.
Using Citronella In Aromatherapy
Like many other essential oils, citronella is only appropriate for external use. Pregnant and nursing women should not use citronella oil, as it is believed to possibly affect hormone balance, and it is likewise not recommended for use in children.
Because this oil can potentially cause skin reactions, doing a skin test before using the oil is a good idea. This can be done by diluting 1 drop of citronella oil in 4 drops of the carrier oil of your choosing (sweet almond oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or others) and applying a dime-sized amount to a small area of skin that is not sensitive—for instance, the forearm.
Citronella oil must never be used near the eyes, inner nose, ears, or on any other particularly sensitive areas of skin. Side effects associated with citronella oil include dermatitis, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, irritation, nausea, seizures, and vomiting.
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