Citronella

Aroma:

Fresh and uplifting – grassy/lemony scent.

How To Use:

 

Diffuse, directly inhale or dilute with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex to apply topically (can be applied neet as well).

Uses

  • Repels Insects
  • Aides with Headache Relief
  • Reduces Joint and Muscle Pain
  • Aides in Digestion
  • Relieves Digestive Discomfort
  • Antiseptic Properties
  • Can Induce Feelings of Happiness and Hope
  • Sleep Aide
  • Anti fungal Properties
  • Deodorizer
  • Increase Blood Flow and Circulation
  • Anti Inflammatory Effect

Interesting Facts:

  • Oil of citronella repels target pests rather than killing them. It works by masking scents that are attractive to insects. Thus, insects find it difficult to locate their target to feed. 
  • Citronella can be effective in calming barking dogs.
  • Oil of citronella is practically non-toxic to birds. Oil of citronella repels insects rather than killing them. Therefore, bees and other pollinators are not likely to be harmed. 
  • Citronella is a grass that mainly grows in some Asian countries and some islands of the South Pacific.

Recipes

Bug Be Gone Diffuser Blend Recipe

  • 8 drops Citronella essential oil
  • 5 drops Lemongrass essential oil
  • 5 drops Tea Tree
  • 5 drops Peppermint

Beach House Roller Recipe

  • 5 drops of Lime oil
  • 2 drop of Citronella essential oil
  • 5 drops of Ylang Ylang essential oil
  • 3 drops of Bergamot essential oil

Top off with fractionated coconut oil and enjoy!

Citronella Essential Oil Candle

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Citronella is a featured oil in June’s Essential Rewards FREEBIES. Want to know more? Email me: carolyn@handrafted.com.

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