Citronella is an antiseptic, deodorant, insecticide, tonic and stimulant oil. It is commonly used for its insecticidal and bug-repellent properties. Citronella is used in soaps and candles and has applications in massage therapy to help with minor infections in combating colds and flu.
Citronella is an antiseptic, deodorant, insecticide, tonic and stimulant oil. It is commonly used for its insecticidal and bug-repellent properties. Citronella is used in soaps and candles and has applications in massage therapy to help with minor infections in combating colds and flu.
Citronella can be used for excessive perspiration and for conditioning oily skin and hair. This oil’s properties include antiseptic, antifungal, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, deodorant, diaphoretic, insecticide, anti-parasitic, stimulant and tonic.
Antiseptic
Antifungal
Antimicrobial
Anti-inflammatory
Bactericidal
Deodorant
Diaphoretic
Insecticide
Anti-parasitic
Stimulant
Body Systems Applications
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Digestive System
Digestive System
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
Nervous Exhaustion
Use aromatically and topically to lift the spirit.
Immune System
Immune System
Colds & Flu
Apply topically over the chest or take internally in a capsule for support.
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
Excessive Perspiration
Diffuse aromatically or apply topically to help with perspiration.
Insect Repellant
Diffuse aromatically where there is bugs.
Oily Skin
Use aromatically with skin blends to help reduce oily skin.
Limbic System
Limbic System
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
Muscular System
Muscular System
Arthritic & Muscular Pain
Apply topically diluted to effected areas to help reduce pain.
Nervous System
Nervous System
Reproductive System
Reproductive System
Respiratory System
Respiratory System
Viral Infections and Fever
Apply topically along the spine or bottom of feet. It can also be taken internally in a capsule.
Skeletal System
Skeletal System
Urinary System
Urinary System
Safety
Non-toxic, but may cause skin irritation in those with sensitive skin. Use in low dilution (0.9%) when applying to the skin, such as in baths or massage oils. Avoid using on children under 2 years.
