Essential Oil – Citronella

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Product Type 100% Pure & Natural Essential oil
Available in 5ml | 30ml
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Botanical Name Cymbopogon nardus
Origin Sri Lanka
Part Leaf
Extraction Steam
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Price range: $11.00 through $46.00

[ Scent Library ]
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Aroma A powerful, fresh, and citrus-like aroma. It is distinctly lemony and grassy, but with a soft, rosy-floral undertone that sets it apart from the sharp "zest" of Lemon. It has a slightly woody, sweet dry-down that is clean and profoundly air-purifying.
Category Citrusy | Spicy
Note Top
Intensity 5/6
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[ More About ]
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AKA Citronella ceylon
Chinese 香茅草
Japanese シトロネラ
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Botanical Family Poaceae (Graminaceae)
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Chemistry Alcohol
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Common Usage Insect Repellent & Outdoor Care

  • The Ultimate "Bug Guard": Its most famous use is repelling mosquitoes, gnats, and flies. It works by masking the scents that attract insects to humans.
  • Flea & Tick Prevention: Often added to natural pet shampoos (in very low dilutions) or "porch sprays" to keep pests away from the home and garden.
  • Outdoor Atmosphere: Used in candles, torches, and diffusers to create a "bite-free" zone during evening gatherings.

Cleansing & Hygiene

  • Air Purifier: Its powerful antifungal and antibacterial properties make it excellent for neutralizing "stale" odors in kitchens, bathrooms, or gym bags.
  • Surface Sanitizer: Can be added to DIY cleaning sprays to help disinfect countertops and floors while leaving a fresh, uplifting scent.
  • Controlling Oily Skin: Acts as an astringent that helps balance excess sebum, making it a useful addition to facial washes for those with oily complexions.
  • Natural Deodorant: Helps inhibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria, providing a clean, citrusy scent for underarm or foot care.

Physical Wellness & Pain Relief

  • Soothing Muscle Aches: When added to a carrier oil from clubarome.com, it provides a gentle warming sensation that helps soothe minor aches and "stiff" joints.
  • Fever Support: Traditionally used to help cool the body and encourage perspiration during a mild fever or "the chills."
  • Digestive Aid: When massaged onto the abdomen, its antispasmodic properties can help ease minor stomach cramps and gas.

Emotional & Mental Vitality

  • Uplifting the Mood: The bright, "sunny" aroma helps clear away heavy thoughts and provides an immediate boost to the spirit.
  • Combatting Mental Fatigue: Known to help clear "brain fog" and restore focus during a long afternoon or after a period of high stress.
  • Clarifying the Mind: Helps dispel feelings of confusion or indecision, encouraging a more proactive and "can-do" attitude.
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Blending note
  • Classic top-to-middle note famous for its crisp, grassy, and lemony aroma. While most people know it as a "functional" oil for repelling insects, it is also highly effective for uplifting the mood and clearing the air.
  • Because its scent is very dominant and "sharp," it blends best with oils that can either soften its lemony bite or amplify its outdoor freshness.
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Do you know? During the early 20th century, Citronella was the primary ingredient used to scent "Lifebuoy" soap, which became world-famous for its association with cleanliness and hygiene.
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Contraindication Generally safe but can be a skin sensitizer for some. It should always be diluted (3% or less) for topical use and avoided on sensitive or damaged skin. Use with caution during pregnancy
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