Country of Origin Sri Lanka

This tropical fragrant grass has been used as both a spice and a medicine for thousands of years throughout Africa, China, India and southern Asia. Infusions of citronella were taken internally to treat fevers, colds, intestinal parasites, digestive ailments, headaches and menstrual problems, the leaves have been used externally for inflammation, rheumatism and infections. Modern research has shown that the oil in citronella grass is lethal to a wide range of bacteria and fungi, confirming the wisdom of those early physicians

Best known for repelling insects, this oil can do a whole lot more ..

A powerful antibacterial and antiviral action makes citronella oil extremely useful in treating colds, flu and other bacterial infections, when used in massage it has been known to help eases arthritis, neuralgia, rheumatism and other types of aching muscles.

Citronella has been reported to help with excessively oily skin, as well as similarly help to balance greasy hair. Often Included in personal care products, citronella helps to reduce excessive perspiration, particularly when blended with cypress oil. On the nervous system, citronella oil is uplifting, refreshing and cleansing, this can make it helpful with lethargy and emotional conditions such as anxiety, stress and tension

 Blends well with bergamot, , cedarwood atlas, cypress, , frankincense, geranium, lavender, lemon, orange bitter, pine, sandalwood and vetiver

DILUTE TO 5% OR LESS IN A CARRIER OIL BEFORE SKIN APPLICATION. KEEP OUT OF EYES. DO NOT SWALLOW.
 

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