Citronella Essential Oil - Cymbopogon winterianus

Family : Poaceae

Certification : Guaranteed 100% pure, natural and from organic farming. Certified AB by Bureau Veritas Certification France (FR BIO 01).

Plant part used : Plant

Method of obtaining : Distillation

Origin : Indonesia 

Citronella is a large aromatic herbaceous plant from tropical regions (Indonesia, Java, etc.). The scent of Java lemongrass essential oil is initially rather sweet, with notes of grass, a little bit of pungency and a lemony background. Its yield is good. The essential oil is used for its anti-inflammatory, mosquito repellent and airborne antiseptic properties. It is also widely used in perfumery as an aromatic base for soaps.

Powerful and lemony, lemongrass essential oil smells fresh. But be careful, don't overuse it! Its strong odour and volatile properties can quickly become unpleasant.

Geraniol, citronellal
*The chemotype is the identity card of the essential oil, its chemical composition defined by chromatographic analysis. The same plant can have several compositions depending on the place and the variety. A chemotype depends on a property, an odour and a taste.

Tinted bottle of 30 ml or 100 ml. Also available in 10 ml With AB logo. 

Substances naturally contained in Citronella essential oil: Citronellal, Geraniol, Citronellol, Geranyl acetate, Citronellyl acetate, D-Limonene, Linalool. Allergens naturally contained in Citronella essential oil: Geraniol, Citronellol, D-Limonene, Citral, Linalool, Eugenol, Farnesol.

An essential oil is made up of chemically defined molecules (about 10,000 listed) that have been secreted by special plant cells. It can consist of from one to several hundred molecules, which helps explain why some essential oils have many properties but different therapeutic effectiveness. To guarantee the properties necessary for effective aromatherapy, it is important that an essential oil is 100% pure and natural (not cut, not deterpenated, not mixed with alcohol or vegetable oils) and preferably organic. This is the case for the essential oils we sell. They are sold in tinted bottles with a dropper cap.

Go to the "Properties and characteristics of essential oils" file. Whether pure or mixed, you can use them in our different diffuser models. The information given on each essential oil is for guidance only. Beware of self-diagnosis, do not hesitate to consult an aromatherapist or any other recognised professional and read our special file "properties of essential oils"in our thematic files. 

Essential oils are mainly used to help you treat many disorders. But be careful, even though essential oils are often extracted from edible plants, their concentrations mean that you have to be careful and respect their healing power. The use of essential oils is relatively simple and if you follow some basic rules, they will put their therapeutic genius at your disposal. Covering with essential oils has more advantages than disadvantages. 

In case of allergy, in particular respiratory, the greatest caution is required for this method of use. The advice of a specialist is then recommended. Do not use essential oils that are aggressive to the mucous membranes (essential oils rich in phenols or aldehydes). 

WARNING : These properties, indications and methods of use are taken from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. They are regularly found there and many of them are confirmed by observations in scientific environments. However, this information is given for information purposes only, and in no way constitutes medical information, nor does it engage our responsibility. For any use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes, consult a doctor.

Warning statements : DANGER

Hazard statements : May cause skin irritation. May cause skin allergy. Causes severe eye damage. Toxic to aquatic organisms, causes long-term effects.

Precautionary statements : Avoid breathing dust. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. If swallowed, call a poison control centre or doctor immediately. Dispose of contents/container at an approved treatment facility.