This oil is widely known as a mosquite repellent, and is ideal if heading into a mosquito infested area. Citronella is useful both topically and in an ambient way
Cymbopogan Nardus
Grown and distilled in Sri Lanka from organically grown leaves.
Citronella has a reputation as amosquito repellent and a bit of a workhorse oil,to be frank, it doesn't seem so glamorous, but let's not sell our grasses short! They aren important and their voices derserve to be heard, their odors smelled and they deserve respect and consideration.
Arctander says
Citronella oil is a colorless to pale yellow mobile oil, with a sweet fresh scent and high levels of citronellal, geraniol and citronellol.The dryout is also sweet but also somewhat woody. Commonly mixed with American cedars in anti-mosquito products.
Battaglia says
Citronella is commonly used as the following in aromatherapy: Antiseptic, bactericidal, deodorant, diaphoretic, febrifuge, insecticide and tonic. For use as a natural insect repellent, can also blend with eucayptus, Buddha wood, peppermint, kunzea, palmarose, lemon scented tea tree, spike lavender and tea tree.
Safety Warning
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I made a mixture of citronella and jojoba base for myself and my mother, It was a miracle: in a minute our faces looked 10 years younger, wrinkles on the forehead becomes less pronounced and deep. The aroma of the oil is uplifting. Very good quality EO. And good service of enfleurage company. Thanks a lot
