CITRONELLA JAVA ESSENTIAL OIL
Commonly mistaken for Lemongrass, Citronella shares a similar grassy appearance and bright lemony scent, howerver, despite their similarities they are in fact different. The citronella plant, and its oil, has been used for centuries throughout Indonesia and China as natural medicinal remedy for pain, rashes, inflammation, infections, and so on.
These days, Citronella Oil is widely used across many industries due to its versatility, aroma and medicinal properties. The powerfully intense, sharp and lemony aroma of Citronella is most commonly associated with insect repellent products, but did you know that the benefits of Citronella Oil extend far beyond keeping mosquitos away.
Citronella Java Essential Oil is regarded as being of superior quality to other citronella oils due to its higher geraniol and citronellol content.
Most valued for its insect repelling ability, particularly mosquitoes, Citronella oil is commonly used in insect repelling products such as mosquito candles, insect coils and repellent sprays.
Citronella oil can help to ease muscle spasms and menstrual related cramps, as well as respiratory and nervous system spasms, which therefore can help alleviate persistent coughs.
From an aromatherapy perspective, Citronella can help uplift negative emotions, combat stress & anxiety, and encourage mental ease.
Its uplifiting abilities has also shown to alleviate headaches, migraines and even assist with reducing nausea.
With powerful deodorizing and antibacterial properties, Citronella helps inhibit the growth of odour-causing bacteria, making it ideal for use in natural deodorants, body sprays, perfumes, and room sprays.
Citronella has shown positive results when it comes to aiding weight loss due to its effect when inhaled, showing a reduction in appetite, lowering cholesterol and slowing weight gain.
The antiseptic properties within Citronella Oil also makes it a staple ingredient in soaps, detergents, and household cleaners.
Its wound healing properties, whilst encouraging the speedy healing of cuts, sores & bug bites, can also be beneficial for soothing the appearance of acne, eczema, and dermatitis.