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Reviewed by Aimee H.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Strongly scented
Perfect for my home cleaning and cosmetic products, hopeful it will keep some bugs aware come summertime
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Citronella, Java Essential Oil
Rated 4.8 out of 5
$10.00 (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 |
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- 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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19 Reviews
Reviewed by Darlene G.
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I recommend this product
The smell!!!
The smell is absolutely amazing! A great product to add into my bug bar blend
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Reviewed by Kairi H.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Repel then mosquitos
Awesome for outdoor essential oil burning,
Keeping mosquitos at bay.
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Reviewed by Violet Rose V.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Wonderful essential oil. Perfect for keeping the bugs away.
Loved it all
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Reviewed by Jodie B.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Great way to keep mozzies at bay!
We use a few drops in our dispenser, which puffs out steam. It keeps the bugs away while we’re eating.
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