Citronella is a lemony, intense oil associated with Cleansing and Spa Resorts and commonly found in outdoor candles

Citronella Leaf Essential Oil

Name: Citronella Leaf Essential Oil
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Citronella is a lemony, intense oil associated with Cleansing and Spa Resorts and commonly found in outdoor candles

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Citronella is a lemony, intense oil associated with Cleansing and Spa Resorts and commonly found in outdoor candles

Citronella Essential Oil

The exotic rust coloured tree is a tropical evergreen with a fragrant bark and oval shaped leaves with white flowers and blue and white berries. Naturally it will grow to about 30ft but for cultivation, it is kept to about 6ft.

Characteristics of Citronella Essential Oil

A slightly sweet and lemony, very top note based essential oil

Common Uses of Citronella Essential Oil

Citronella essential oil us a good all round oil, used widely in aromatherapy by both burning and skin application.

Skin

Citronella contains methyl isoeugenol that has natural antibacterial properties and thus is often used in wound care. Citronella is often used in haircare products to promote a healthy scalp.

Mind

Basil oil has a cephalic action which means that it helps to stimulate and clear the mind. It is an excellent choice for combating nervous disorders, intellectual fatigue and indecision.

Body

Citronella has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties that can be helpful for muscle pain and stiffness. It also has a tonic effect on the immune system.

Aroma

Citronella can detoxify the air around you and is commonly used in candles during summer months to repel insects.

Precautions when using Citronella Essential Oil

As with all essential oils avoid during pregnancy. You should take care when using citronella for aromatherapy inhalation, especially in closed conditions. Inhalation of pure citronella oil can use nose and throat irritation and trigger acute inflammation of the airways.

Citronella Essential Oil Technical Information

Criteria	Information
Latin Name	Cymbopogon nardus
Inci	Cymbopogon nardus (Citronella) Leaf Oil
Plant Family	Graminae
Extraction Method	The oil is steam distilled from the dried grass. Steam distillation of Cymbopogon (lemongrass), the fresh grass uses large amounts of energy and yields a lower quality oil, so dried grass is the preferred method.
Country of Origin	China
Purity	100% Pure Essential Oil, therapeutic grade
Natural Constituents	Citronellic (Acid), Borneol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Nerol (Alcohol), Citral, Citronallal (Aldehydes), Camphene, Dipentene, Limonene (Terpenes).
Cas No.	8000-29-1/89998-15-2
Einecs No.	289-753-6/289-753-6
Blends well with	Citronella blends well with Geranium, Lemongrass and Ho Leaf Oil
Technical Documents	Please see the Technical Tab below for SDS, Allergens information and IFRA Certificates

Historically Citronella is found in insect repellants both topically and with aromatherapy

Blends Well With:: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lemon, Orange, Lavender, Pine
Contraindications:: Avoid During Pregnancy, Avoid if you have Sensitive Skin, Use in Small Amounts
Country of Origin:: China
Latin Name:: Cymbopogon nardus
Traditional Physical Properties:: Perspiration control, Controlling Oily Skin
Part of Plant Used:: Dried Grass
Purity:: 100% Pure
Scent:: A slightly sweet and lemony, very top note based essential oil
Key Benefits:: Insect Repellent
Traditional Emotional Use:: Mind Clarifying
Traditional Skin Use:: Insect repellent
Size:: 10ml
HS Code:: 33012941
HS Description:: Citronella Essential Oil
HS Country:: GB
HS Composition:: Viscous Liquid

Ingredients

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