Description
Benefits of Citronella Essential Oil:
- Acts as a natural insect repellent, especially against mosquitoes, flies, head lice, and other biting insects, helping to prevent mosquito-borne diseases like malaria, dengue, and chikungunya.
- Reduces inflammation and pain, including muscle aches, joint pain, and menstrual cramps, due to its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant properties.
- Uplifts mood, reduces stress and anxiety, and promotes relaxation when used in aromatherapy, thanks to its refreshing, citrusy aroma and its effects on the nervous system.
- Offers antifungal and antibacterial benefits, helping to fight skin infections like acne, athlete’s foot, and nail fungus, as well as oral bacteria.
- Supports digestive health by stimulating digestive juices, reducing inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract, and eliminating intestinal worms and parasites.
- Enhances skin and hair health by balancing oil production, reducing signs of aging, soothing irritation, and promoting wound healing.
- Acts as a natural deodorant and air freshener when used in diffusers, sprays, and cleaning products, thanks to its fresh, lemony scent.
- May help lower blood pressure, boost metabolism and immunity, and provide neuroprotective and anticonvulsant effects, though more research is needed.
How to Use Citronella Oil:
- For aromatherapy, add a few drops of citronella oil to a diffuser to create a refreshing, uplifting atmosphere that can help repel insects, reduce stress and anxiety, and promote a positive mood. You can also inhale the crisp, lemony aroma directly from the bottle for an instant energy boost.
- Mix citronella oil with a carrier oil like coconut, jojoba, or almond and apply it topically to the skin as a natural insect repellent. You can also add it to your favorite lotion or body oil for an extra layer of protection against mosquitoes and other bugs.
- Add a few drops of citronella oil to your bathwater to create a refreshing, spa-like experience that can help soothe sore muscles, relieve inflammation, and promote relaxation.
- Use citronella oil in homemade cleaning products like surface sprays, floor cleaners, and laundry detergents to naturally disinfect your home and leave a fresh, clean scent.
- For a natural air freshener, combine citronella oil with water in a spray bottle and spritz it around your home to eliminate odors, purify the air, and keep insects at bay.
- Always dilute citronella essential oil properly before topical use and perform a patch test to check for skin sensitivity. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and other sensitive areas. Do not ingest citronella oil unless under the guidance of a qualified healthcare practitioner.
Additional Info:
- Latin name: Cymbopogon winterianus, Cymbopogon nardus
- Country of origin: Sri Lanka
- Extraction method: Steam distillation of the leaves and grass
- Aroma: Lemony, citrusy, herbaceous, fresh, sweet, grassy, green, woody, earthy, floral, balsamic
- Consistency: Thin
- Colour: Pale Yellow to Yellowish Brown
Bottle Size: 10ml / 0.33 fl oz
Experience the revitalizing essence of pure Citronella Essential Oil. Add this versatile oil to your collection and enjoy its wide range of aromatherapeutic benefits.
Safety: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional before use. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
