Citronella Essential Oil - Certified Organic

Organic Citronella essential oil has a powerful, Lemony scent. It can help prevent colds, fevers, and headaches. Citronella oil has a deserved reputation for being efficient in repelling mosquitoes for up to two hours. A great top quality essential oil for use around the home especially for cleaning and disinfecting. Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to treat rheumatic pain.

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon winterianus
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Part Typically Used: all parts of the Grass
Class: Aldehyde
Perfumery Note: Top
Country of Origin: India

Typical Main Constituents
Geraniol - 52%
Citronellal - 5%

Description: Yellow-brown oil it has a powerful, lemony scent.

Actions: Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Emmenogague, Insecticide, Fungicidal, Bacterial, Vermifuge, deodorant, Stomachic, Tonic.

Special use: Aromatic properties for soaps, detergents, household goods and insect repellent

Blends Well With:  Geranium, Lemon, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Pine.

Safety Data:  Non- toxic, Non-irritant - but can be irritating to sensitive skin, Avoid in pregnancy.

Aromatherapy / Home Use

Nervous System: Fatigue, Headaches, Migraine, Neuralgia.

Immune: Cold, Flu, Minor Infections.

Skin Care: Oily skin, Insect repellent, Excessive Perspiration.

Special use: Aromatic properties for soaps, detergents, household goods and insect repellent

Blends Well With:  Geranium, Lemon, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Pine.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

• Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
• Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
• People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
• Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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