Q. What are the benefits of Citronella Essential Oil and what is it good for?

A. Citronella Essential Oil keeps uninvited bugs away for bite-free outings with your family. Its protective properties also soothes skin irritations and brightens your mood for your enjoyment. 

Q. How to use Citronella Essential Oil?

A. Dilute about 1-2 drops of essential oils for every tablespoon of our skin-friendly Carrier Oils, apply topically for healed & soothed skin. Diffusing Citronella Oil leaves a citrusy aroma that balances moods and keeps crawlies at bay.

Q. What blends well with Citronella Essential Oil?

A. Essential oils like leafy Eucalyptus or citrusy Lemongrass gives your Citronella Oil extra power to chase bugs away. You can also blend Citronella Oil with skin-soothing oils like Rose Otto or Frankincense Oil for supreme skin comfort.

Q. How can I use Citronella Essential Oil for hair?

A. For cleansed hair and comfortable scalps, we recommend adding 1-2 drops of Citronella Essential Oil to your favourite hair products.
 

Q.Where does citronella come from?

A. Cymbopogon is a grass which is known by many names including lemongrass, Malabar grass, Cochin grass, silky heads and fever grass. The citronella oil is extracted from the leaves and stems of this Cymbopogon grass.

Q. Is citronella oil safe?

A. The topical application of citronella oil is considered safe unless someone is allergic to the compounds present in the oil. Always consult a physician before using citronella oil or do a small patch test.

Q. What is citronella made of?

A. The different compounds present in citronella oil are citronellol, geraniol, methyl isoeugenol, citronellal, geranyl acetate and limonene.

Q. Is Citronella Essential Oil safe for dogs?

A. The geraniol and linalool and the oil is considered toxic for dogs and may cause gastrointestinal distress. Although diffusing light intensity citronella oil in the air is considered harmless, avoid this oil if the dog is a curious licker.

Q. Is Citronella Essential Oil safe for cats?

A. Both inhalation and ingestion of citronella essential oil is harmful for the cats. In fact, products that make use of citronella oil as an ingredient may cause slight discomfort in cats.

Q. Is Citronella Essential Oil safe for babies,toddlers?

A. It is better to avoid using citronella oil on babies and toddlers, especially if they are below six months. Consult a pediatrician before using the oil on babies.

Q.Is Citronella Essential Oil safe for pregnancy?

A. There is no evidence to suggest that citronella oil is unsafe for use during pregnancy. However, use the oil as per instruction to avoid any side effects.

Q. Is Citronella Essential Oil safe for plants?

A. Citronella essential oil (when used as an insecticide) is a plant based extracted that is deemed non-toxic by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

Q. Is Citronella Essential Oil safe for horses?

A. This oil may be phototoxic and if applied topically on horses it may cause sunburn and other complications.

Q. Is Citronella Essential Oil safe for colds?

A. Some of the properties of citronella oil include expectorant, antiviral and anti-inflammatory. These properties make it a suitable product to be used during colds and coughs. It removes mucous and phlegm and clears the respiratory tract.