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100% Pure Essential Oil - Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus)
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Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus)
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Attributes
Citronella oil is an excellent insect repellent. It is best used in a spray, a diffuser or on acotton ball amongst linen. It is also useful in ridding cats and dogs of fleas. It also helps to clear the mind and useful for colds, flu and minor infections and also has deodorizing qualities.
Its antiseptic properties make it great to clear a sickroom. It may be used for combatingexcessive perspiration and for balancing oily skin, as well as fighting intestinal parasites and bringing down fever.
Precaution
Non-toxic. May cause skin irritation for some individuals.
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Information
Botanical Name
Cymbopogon nardus
Country of Origin
Indonesia/ India
Method of Extraction
Steam distillation
Ingredients
100% pure citronella essential oil
Aroma
Slightly sweet, lemony smell
Note Classification
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Part of Plant
Leaves
Therapeutic Properties
Antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, cicatrisant, cytophylactic, deodorant, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicide, insecticide, sedative and tonic.
Suggested Aromatherapy Usages
- For car scenter / diffuser use, drip oil onto the oil pad.
- For use on pillow, add a few drops of essential oils onto a couple of cotton balls and tuck them in both sides of your pillow just underneath the pillow case.
- For use in candle burner / electric vapourizer / aromatic lamp diffuser, add 6 -10 drops or more if desired into the recessed bowl containing warm water.
- For bath or foot bath, add a few drops of essential oils into bathtub or bucket containing warm water.
- For inhalation, add a few drops to a cotton ball, soft tissue, diffuser or small pot of hot water. Cover your head with a large towel, close your eyes, put your face above the water and inhale deeply. Repeat as required.
- For all other uses, carefully dilute with a carrier oil such as jojoba, almond or coconut oil prior to use.
Please consult an essential oil book or other professional reference source for suggested dilution ratios.
Other Uses
Soap Production
Shampoo Production
Scented Candle
10ml- 100ml
- 1L
- For sizes above 1L, kindly contact or email us here.
Available Sizes
Dilution Guidelines for Essential Oils
It is recommended that 100% pure essential oils be diluted with carrier oils for skin applications.
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Cautions
- For external use only.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Keep away from flame. Store in a cool, dry place.
- Avoid direct contact with eyes and all sensitive areas.
- If pregnant or lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using.
- Natural essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used with care.
Warnings
- As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucous membranes.
- Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner.
- If applying an essential oil to your skin, always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.
- Please keep in mind that all content is provided for informational purposes and is not implied or intended to constitute professional medical advice or treatment.
- The above information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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