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Citronella Essential Oil (Cymbopogon Nardus)

$15.00 USD15 ml

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Rich, fresh, sweet, lemony Citronella oil is popularly used as an insect repellent so mosquitoes don’t bother you while you are enjoying the outdoors. Understandably, citronella essential oil is one of the most common oils used in aromatherapy. It is said that as an aromatherapy oil, citronella can help treat and also prevent colds, fevers, headaches as well as other illnesses. As a massage oil, it may relieve pain in someone who is suffering from arthritis.

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[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #ff9900;”]E[/dropcap]ssential Oil Characteristics

The Citronella essential oil is a yellow-brown mobile liquid with a powerful, fresh, lemony aroma. The Java oil variation pale yellow in complexion with a woody-sweet, fresh fragrance and is considered superior in quality for perfumery. The essential oil blends well with geranium, bergamot, lemon, cedarwood, pine and orange.

Citronella essential oil has a thin consistency.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #76bc41;”]P[/dropcap]rincipal Constituents

The Citronella essential oil contains (up to 45% in Java oil) of geraniol, cintronellol (up to 50% in Java oil), with geranyl acetate, camphene and limonene among others. The Sri Lankan variant contains more monoterpene hydrocarbons.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #FF9900;”]S[/dropcap]cent Profile

The Citronella essential oil has a fruity, grassy, slightly herbaceous aroma with a hint of citrus.

Perfumery Note: Middle – Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #76bc41;”]B[/dropcap]otanical Name and Family

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon Nardus

Family: Poaceae (Gramineae)

Synonyms: Andropogon Nardus, Sri Lanka Citronella, Lenabatu Citronella

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #FF9900;”]S[/dropcap]upplemental Facts

Serving Size: 1 Drop

Servings Per Container: 250

Amount Per Serving: % DV*

Daily Value (DV) not established

Citronella Grass: 60 mg

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #76bc41;”]C[/dropcap]ountry of Origin

The Citronella essential oil is native to Sri Lanka and is predominantly cultivated within the southernmost tip.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #ff9900;”]H[/dropcap]istory of Essential Oil

The leaves of the Citronella essential oil are used for their medicinal and aromatic benefits in a variety of different cultures. The plant was used to help remedy intestinal parasites, fever, menstrual problems and served as a stimulant and insect repellant. In China, the plant was traditionally used for rheumatic pain.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #76bc41;”]S[/dropcap]afety Data

Citronella Essential oil is Non-Toxic, Non-Irritant. The oil may cause irritation on skin for some individuals. It is recommended this oil should be used in half the usual recommendation. Always mix the essential oil with a base oil, gel or cream before applying to skin and do apply more than 3 drops in bath.

Avoid during pregnancy.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #76bc41;”]H[/dropcap]arvesting

This essential oil was harvested and extracted in Sri Lanka.

The Citronella essential oil is extracted from the grass of the plant.

The essential oil is 100% pure & natural. Meaning, the essential oil comes from plants that are free from any kind of dilutions, chemicals or pesticides usage.

The extraction and harvesting methods focus on sustainability of the natural ecosystem, ensuring that the balance between human needs and nature’s bounty can coexist in harmony. We ensure that every essential oil sent to our customers are in its purest and natural form.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #ff9900;”]M[/dropcap]ethod of Extraction

The Citronella essential oil is extracted via Steam Distillation from the grass of the plant.

The botanical material (Cymbopogon Nardus) is placed in a still and hot steam. The aromatic molecules from the plant material are released as the hot steam excretes out the oils kept within the plant material. The molecules of these precious and volatile oils escape the plant and evaporate into the steam.

The temperature of the steam is carefully controlled to ensure that the plant material and the essential oil are not burned but is hot enough for the extraction of the essential oils out of the plant.

The steam which contains the essential oil passes through a cooling system to condense the steam into a liquid. The liquid substance which contains both water and the essential oil are separated. The essential oils are then stored in a dark and cool environment to maintain optimal potency levels and reduce oxidation.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #76bc41;”]C[/dropcap]emistry Testing

Using industry best practices, the Citronella essential oil is tested with a Gas Chromotographic Spectrometer to ensure that correct beneficial compounds are at the essential levels required for a true therapeutic effect.

The essential oils must go through a meticulous quality assurance test to ensure that the essential oil has the right aroma, color and viscosity.

We only sell essential oils when they have met the required purity levels for therapeutic use.

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #ff9900;”]C[/dropcap]ertifications

100% Pure and Natural: The plants are grown and processed to ensure they achieve industry leading purity levels and are 100% natural.

100% Pesticide-Free: Grown and harvested without use of harmful pesticides.

100% Pure: The therapeutic grade Citronella essential oil contains no chemicals or dilutions.

View Certificate of Analysis for Citronella

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #ff9900;”]A[/dropcap]romatherapy Home Use:

The Citronella essential oil has been used in soaps, household goods, industrial perfumes and detergents. The oil has been used to create powerful insect repellent formulations such as moths, fleas, ants and use in the garden and home. The Citronella essential is employed in major food categories including alcoholic and soft drink beverages.

Citronella has been used as an antispasmodic, antiseptic, deodorant, bactericidal, diuretic, diaphoretic, febrifuge, emmenagogue, insecticide, fungicidal, tonic, vermifuge, and stomachic.

Baths Application Method   Cloth Inhalation   Compress Application Method   Diffusion Application Method   Direct Palm Inhalation Application Method Massage Oils Application Method   Steam Inhalation Application Method

[dropcap style=”font-size: 25px; color: #ff0000;”]D[/dropcap]isclaimer

All information contained within this site is for reference purposes only and are not intended to substitute the advice given by a pharmacist, physician, or any other licensed health-care professional. Apollen products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition or disease.

Never use an essential oil undiluted unless advised by your health care provider and certified aromatherapist. Keep essential oils away from infants, children, and all pets.

While some of Apollen’s essential oils are medical food grade, we do not advise the use of essential oils for internal use unless they are prescribed by your health care provider and certified aromatherapist. Only your health care provider and certified aromatherapist can prescribe the proper dosage and usage. Please check with your health care professional and certified aromatherapist before ingesting any essential oils.

Additional Information

Weight 0.359 kg
Dimensions 16 x 12 x 6 cm

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