Citronella

Citronella Cymbopogon Nardus

This light, fresh and uplifting oil, obtained from the grass, is a natural deodorizer, and is useful as an insect and cat repellent. As a deodorant, deodorizer, purifier, Citronella is great for cleaning bathrooms and garbage cans. With its powerful lemon-like aroma, citronella is a familiar component of bug-repelling sprays. A few drops on potpourri, in water, on candles or burners is very effective. Mixed with a vegetable carrier oil and rubbed into the skin, it will keep mosquitoes from biting. Astringent and cleansing citronella is also useful for oily, blemished skin and large pores.

Origin: Indonesia

Source: aerial parts

Production Method: steam distillation from the grass

Aromatherapy Class: soothing

Aroma Type: citrus

Skin Type: n/a

Perfume Note: top

Traditional Uses: insect repellent, skin conditioner

Other uses: n/a

Blends Well With: bergamot, lemon, orange, lemongrass

Main Constituents: n/a

Caution: It can be irritating, so be sure to dilute properly.