CITRONELLA ESSENTIAL OILS

Botany

Chypre is basically called to the family of various perfumes. These perfumes are classified according to their citrus topnotes. The word was originated when Bergamot, Labdanum and Oakmoss oil are blended together for the formulation of a new perfume.

Overview of Citronella Java Essential Oil

Scientifically known as Andropogon Nardus, Citronella Java is an evergreen perennial grass indigenous to Tropical Asia. Its aerial parts are major source of essential oil and insect repellant product.

Benefits of Citronella Java Essential Oil
• Citronella Java essential oil is very efficient in many severe conditions like respiratory system, nervous system and muscle spasms.
• It is widely used in aromatherapy to relive stress, insomnia and depression.
• Due to its anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, it acts as a guard to protect the body from harmful toxins and fungal infections.
• It helps in improving nervous systems, digestion, and excretion. It also detoxifies the whole body and boosts blood circulation.

Blends well with

Citronella essential oil (java) goes well with Lavender, Lemon, Pine, orange,Cedarwood,Geranium, Bregamot and Pine.

Precautionary Measures!

When taken in large amounts orally, Citronella Java essential oil is unsafe as it can lead to severe damage to the organs like liver and kidney. The oil when applied on the skin might cause allergies. There is not enough information about giving it to pregnant and lactating women, thereby for being on a safer side do not consider its consumption.