Guest guest Posted April 18, 2006 Report Share Posted April 18, 2006 Citronella Essential Oil Oil properties Citronella oil has a slightly sweet lemony smell. Origin of citronella oil Citronella oil is extracted from a hardy grass, native to Sri Lanka and Java and this aromatic perennial grows about 1 meter (3 feet) high.A popular ingredient in wax candles as an insect repellant, it is also widely used in perfumes, soaps, skin lotions and deodorants. Extraction Citronella oil is extracted by steam distillation of fresh, dried or part-dried grass, finely chopped. Chemical composition The main chemical components of Citronella oil are: Citronellic, Borneol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Nerol, Citral, Citronellal, Camphene, Dipentene and Limonene. Precautions Citronella may irritate sensitive skin and cause dermatitis in certain individuals. Therapeutic properties The therapeutic properties of Citronella oil include: antiseptic, deodorant, insecticide, parasitic, tonic and stimulant. Uses Citronella oil's most useful quality is that of insect repellent. It is best used in a spray, a diffuser or on a cotton ball amongst the linen.It is also useful in ridding cats and dogs of fleas.Citronella oil plays a roll in clearing the mind and has a toning effect on the body.It can be helpful with colds, flu and minor infections and also has deodorizing qualities. Summary Citronella oil's greatest benefit lays in its use as an insecticide, its antiseptic properties in the sickroom and its clearing influence on the mind. It also is used for intestinal parasites and fever. Burners and vaporizers In a diffuser Citronella oil can be used as an insect repellent, for cold and flu, for clearing the mind and in the sickroom. Citronella oil blends well with Citronella oil blends well with: bergamot, geranium, lemon, orange, lavender, and pine. The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.~ Albert Einstein ~ Check Out My Groups: Everything Natural http://health./ Everything Magick EverythingMagick/ -- Version: 7.1.385 / Virus Database: 268.4.2/314 - Release 4/16/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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