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CITRONELLA OIL, CEYLON (15ML)

CITRONELLA OIL, CEYLON (15ML)

Regular price $17.00 USD
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Citronella is steam distilled from Cymbopogon nardus, one of several aromatic flowering grasses in the Poaceae family. Originating in tropical Asia and closely related to lemongrass, it was used historically to cleanse and deodorize surfaces. Today citronella is commonly cultivated in Sri Lanka, India, Myanmar, and Java. Citronella essential oil has a fresh, lemony aroma that is well known as a natural deterrent for outdoor nuisances. Applied topically, this essential oil can be used to help fend off flying pests so you can enjoy the outdoors annoyance free.

SUGGESTED USES

  • Combine Citronella with Lemongrass and Cedarwood essential oils in a spray bottle and top off with water or alcohol-free witch hazel to create an outdoor spray.

  • Diffuse it outdoors on your patio during summer evenings to ward off pests.

  • Add it to home cleaning solutions to deodorize and refresh your space.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Has a fresh, green, lemony aroma

  • Can be used to help fend off outdoor annoyances

  • May help soothe skin when applied topically

  • Neutralizes unwanted odors

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