100% Pure Essential Oil (Citronella)
Citronella oil is an excellent insect repellent. It is best used in a spray, a diffuser or on a cotton 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 combating excessive 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
Information:
| Botanical Name:
|
Cymbopogon nardus |
| Method of extraction: |
Steam distillation |
| Ingredients: |
100% pure citronella essential oil |
| Country of origin: |
Indonesia/India |
| Aroma: |
Slightly sweet, lemony smell |
| Part of plant: |
Leaves |
| Note classification: |
Top |
Therapeutic Properties:
Antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, cicatrisant, cytophylactic, deodorant, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicide, insecticide, sedative and to
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
Dilution Guidelines for Essential Oils:
It is recommended that 100% pure essential oils be diluted with carrier oils for skin applications. Read the guidelines here.
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.
Disclaimer: The above information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
