Citronella Essential Oil     

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon winterianus
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Fresh, part-dried grass
Note Classification: Top
Aroma: Fresh, lemony, woody-sweet fragrance
Largest Producing Countries: Vietnam and Java

Traditional Use: Extensively used in soaps, detergents, household goods and industrial perfumes.  Employed in insect repellent formulations against moths, ants, fleas, for use in the home and in the garden.

Properties: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, deodorant, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, fungicidal, insecticide, stomachic, tonic, and vermifuge.

Benefits: Colds, excessive perspiration, fatigue, flu, hair oil, headaches, heart stimulant, insect repellant, migraine, minor infections, neuralgia, and oily skin.

Blends Well With: Bergamot, cedarwood, geranium, lemon, orange, and pine.

Of Interest: Mixed with cedarwood Virginia oil, it has been a popular remedy against mosquito attacks for many years since before the appearance of DDT and other modern insecticides.

Safety Data: Non-toxic, non-irritant; may cause dermatitis in some individuals.  Avoid during pregnancy.

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Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.

As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. 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.