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I use this product to make citronella beeswax candles and I couldn't be happier. Pleasant smelling and very effective, no more bug bites for me!
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Citronella, Java Essential Oil
Rated 4.7 out of 5
$15.00 (Incl. GST)
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| Citronella, Java Essential Oil 100% PURE, THERAPEUTIC GRADE ESSENTIAL OIL |
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| COMMON NAME | Citronella |
| BOTANICAL NAME | Cymbopogon winterianus |
| PLANT PARTS USED | Leaf |
| EXTRACTION METHOD | Distillation |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | Indonesia |
| Citronella has been used throughout the world as an insect repellent before synthetic repellents were introduced. It is still widely used as a natural non-toxic alternative, with the added advantage of its fresh scent and refreshing properties. Nature/Essence – Refreshing & Protective |
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 FOR THE SKINCitronella has antiseptic properties and is also used for oily skin. |
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 FOR THE BODYCitronella is a key ingredient in natural insect repellent sprays or applications for the body. It is also a good oil to include in natural deodorant or foot sprays, helping with excessive perspiration and odour, and refreshing the feet or body. Citronella can be useful as an inhalation during colds or illness. |
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 FOR THE MINDThe fresh scent of Citronella has an uplifting effect when you’re at a low ebb mentally and emotionally. |
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 FOR THE HOMEAdd Citronella to candles, room sprays or a diffuser for natural non-toxic insect repellent activity in the home and to refresh and purify the air. |
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BLENDS WELL WITH Bergamot, Orange, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lemon, Lavender and Pine. |
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| Appearance | Pale yellow to yellow-brown mobile oil | |
| Odour Description | Sharp, characteristic with floral undertones | |
| Main Constituents | Citronellal, geraniol, citronellol | |
| Specific Gravity | Min 0.878 | Max0.887 |
| Optical Rotation | Min -5.0 | Max +2.0 |
| Refractive Index | Min 1.463 | Max1.476 |
Typical GC analysis
- Consultation with a suitably qualified practitioner is recommended prior to use
- For external use only.
- Do not apply to skin undiluted
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
- Perform a patch test prior to use
- For external use only.
- Do not apply to skin undiluted
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
- Perform a patch test prior to use
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11 Reviews
Citronella oil in my atomiser
Smells fresh and clean will use in summer to help repel the flies
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Dog Soap
Used this in my dog soap recipe along with some other essential oils. While smell isn't my favourite... nor would it be, it does the job.
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Lovely
Really enjoy this oil, a lovely smell and helpful for insect repellents
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