Citronella (Organic) Essential Oil
$8.95
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon winterianus
Citronella essential oil has popularly been used for many years to deter bugs on home patios in the summertime. The United States Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control support the use of citronella essential oil in insect repellents.
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Description
Plant Therapy: Citronella (Organic) Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon winterianus
Citronella essential oil has popularly been used for many years to deter bugs on home patios in the summertime. The United States Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control support the use of citronella essential oil in insect repellents.
Instructions: Combine equal parts of Citronella, Lemongrass and Cinnamon Leaf, add to water or witch hazel and spray around the perimeter of your gathering to help combat flying and crawling critters. To help promote a clean environment in your home during seasonal illness threats, diffuse equal parts of Citronella and Cinnamon Leaf into the air. Add to your favorite carrier oil to help with underarm perspiration. Add 1 drop of Citronella and 2 drops of Tea Tree to 1 Tablespoon of Coconut oil or aloe vera gel to use on funky toenails that result from being barefoot in shared showers or swimming pool areas.
Specification: 10ml, 100% pure undiluted essential oil.
KidSafe®
Country of Origin: Indonesia
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Plant Part: Leaves
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Scent: Citronella has a lemony citrus type scent, though it is much softer than actual Lemon with subtle wood tones.
Test Reports: http://www.planttherapy.com/test_reports/Citronella%20Organic%20CD0101.pdf
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Orange and Pine.
Caring Caution
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
*Please note that the FDA does not regulate the safety and usage of essential oils. There are many conflicting guidelines on what age is safe for particular oils. Please refer to the essential oil FAQ page.
The International Federation of Aromatherapists does not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. All cautions listed for individual oils do not include those cautions from ingestion.
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
