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Description
Citronella oil properties
Citronella essential oil comes from an aromatic plant whose best-known use is as a mosquito repellent, due to its intense citrus scent. However, in areas such as India or Sri Lanka, this plant and its essential oil are used as a therapeutic ingredient for consumption or topical use.
Among its properties are such as antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-mosquito and purifying the environment.
Citronella is a plant of the grass species that has several varieties; among the best known are the Cymbopogon genus, Cymbopogon nardus and Cymbopogon winterianus.
Citronella essential oil is very versatile. It has different uses either by diffusion or by topical use. We invite you to see the tips for use in order to get the best out of the therapeutic properties of this wonderful oil.
As we always recommend essential oils in the case of topical use, we recommend that we first read the recommended doses and if we apply to the skin, carry out a test on a small area before applying in a larger way.
Citronella essential oil against mosquitoes is a good repellent that must be applied frequently to be effective.
Citronella oil appears to be an effective antifungal agent. Whether to apply to nails or DIY in your home, it is a very useful oil in this regard.
It also has antibacterial properties, but is not as effective at killing a broad spectrum of bacteria and germs as other essential oils.
When inhaled, citronella can have a relaxing effect on some people and a stimulating effect on others.
Botanical name
Cymbopogon winterianus Jowitt
Country of origin
Indonesia
Extraction method
Steam distillation
Part of the plant
leaves
Components
Citronellal, Geraniol
Chemotype
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Applications
Diffusion
Environmental purifier: Apply 5-10 drops in your diffuser to purify the environment and repel mosquitoes.
In addition to purifying and providing energy to our body, it will help us to drive away those flying insects.
Dermocosmetic
Mosquito repellent: Against mosquitoes. Dilute citronella in vegetable oil 1 drop for every 10 drops of vegetable oil and apply on uncovered areas
Citronella is an ae widely used to repel insects.
In a container of 30ml of vegetable oil add 15 gts of java citronella + 15 gts of Egyptian geranium. Apply to the desired area.
Relieve the mind: It is an essential oil that helps clear the mind, relieving headaches, migraines, migraines.
In a 10ml roll-on. Add 5 drops of citronella + 5 drops of peppermint, mix with jojoba, apply to the temple area.
Corporal
Homemade mosquito repellent: It is very effective, natural, ecological and very simple. In a pot of about 160 ml you put water, 40 ml of alcohol and then add
20/25 drops of citronella essential oil.
5/10 drops of lemongrass,
5/10 drops of lavender
Inflammation relief: Citronella helps us in those discomforts and muscular pains since it is considered a good anti-inflammatory.
In a 50 ml container. Add 10 drops of citronella + 20 drops of sweet marjoram + 10 of eucalyptus, mix with hypericum macerate, remember that it is photosensitive.
Recover lost energy: Citronella oil helps us in those moments of convalescence, thus recovering the energy lost due to illness.
In a 50 ml container. Add 15 drops of citronella + 10 drops of peppermint, mix with jojoba, apply on wrists and solar plexus.
Maximum Dilution for topical use: 2% for facial use-3% for body use
Contraindications
Do not use during pregnancy or lactation.
May cause irritation on sensitive skin
Do not use during pregnancy or lactation.
Always use the aes diluted in a vegetable oil.
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