Botanists call it: It is referred to as Cymbopogon winterianus jowitt or Cymbopogon winterianus.

Origin: Information media stalwarts like Wikipedia decree the parentage in favor of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) and Java like several others, while few studies hold Nepal and Indonesia and even China as native land to this oil! However, for the majority going to Ceylon and Java, it is imperative for us to follow the suite.

Form: It is thin and runny fluid obtained when extracted.

Scent: It smells more woody, stronger and sweeter than a well-rounded Lemon Citrus odor.

Shade and Appearance: Depending upon the extraction variables and environmental factors, this oil may appear as light Yellow or as shining sun-like Deep and dark Yellow to a dawn-like Brown.

Chemical constituents: Citronellic acid, Borneol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Nerol, Citral, Citronellal, Camphene, 2-Pentene and Limonene form the ‘composition brigade’ of this oil.

Extraction method: Citronella oil is obtained from finely sliced and fresh grass - dried or part-dried by the means of steam distillation method.

Gels well with: It makes a good ‘Gel-friend’ with Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lemon, Orange, Lavender and Pine oils.

What makes it extraordinary? : The Citronella oil treasures anti-septic, anti-parasitic, bactericidal, deodorant, diaphoretic, insecticide, tonic and stimulant properties!

Uses and Benefits

Therapeutic: Citronella oil helps clear the mind of stress and has both toning and tonic effect on the body. It is helpful with colds, flu and minor infections and also has deodorizing qualities. It greatly relieves headaches, migraines and rheumatic pains.

Medicinal: It combats excessive body perspiration and sweaty feet, balances oily skin, conditions hair besides eliminating intestinal parasites, bringing down fever

Beauty and Fragrance: The Citronella oil is extensively used as a source of perfumery chemicals to prepare soap bars, perfumed candles and incense, perfumes and numerous other cosmetic products. and flavouring industries throughout the world.

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