Citronella, 100% Pure Essential Oil, Certified Organic

Certified Organic Irish Apothecary's Own Brand 100% Pure Essential Oil Citronella oil is a member of the Poaceae family. This oil has a fresh, woody-sweet fragrance and is classed as a top note. Citronella blends well with camphoraceous, citrus, herby, floral, minty, spicy and woodsy oils. Citronella is antiseptic, antispasmodic and is widely known to be an insecticide. It is most commonly used in today's world as an insect repellent. It is also used as a cleaning product. Organic citronella essential oil, derived from the leaves and stems of the citronella grass (Cymbopogon nardus or Cymbopogon winterianus), has a distinctive and refreshing aroma. Here’s a detailed description of its aroma profile: Top Note Initial Impression: The top note of citronella essential oil is bright and sharp, with a strong, fresh, and zesty citrus scent. It has a clean and invigorating quality that is immediately noticeable and stimulating. Characteristics: The initial aroma can be described as crisp and tangy, reminiscent of lemon or lemongrass, with an energetic and uplifting feel. Middle Note Heart of the Aroma: As the top note fades, the middle note reveals a more rounded and herbaceous character. The scent remains citrusy but gains a slightly earthy and grassy undertone. Characteristics: The middle note offers a balanced blend of citrus and herbal qualities, creating a more complex and nuanced aroma that is still fresh but less sharp than the top note. Base Note Long-lasting Foundation: The base note of citronella essential oil is subtle and less pronounced. It carries a faint, woody and slightly sweet undertone that lingers after the more vibrant top and middle notes have dissipated. Characteristics: This base note provides a grounding effect, adding depth to the otherwise bright and lively scent profile. Overall Characteristics Fresh and Citrusy: Citronella essential oil is predominantly known for its fresh, citrusy aroma, which is both invigorating and cleansing. Herbaceous and Earthy: Alongside the citrus notes, there is a noticeable herbaceous and slightly earthy quality that adds complexity to the fragrance. Crisp and Uplifting: The overall scent is crisp and uplifting, making it a popular choice for energizing and refreshing environments. Descriptive Analogies Lemon and Lemongrass: The scent of citronella essential oil is often likened to a blend of lemon and lemongrass, with its bright and tangy citrus notes. Outdoor Freshness: It can evoke the feeling of a fresh, sunlit garden or a breezy outdoor setting, where the scent of lemony grass fills the air. Citrus Cleaning Products: It has a similar aroma to citrus-based cleaning products, with its fresh and clean characteristics that suggest cleanliness and vitality. Usage Contexts Insect Repellent: Citronella essential oil is widely used in natural insect repellents due to its strong and fresh aroma that helps deter mosquitoes and other insects. Aromatherapy: In aromatherapy, citronella essential oil is used to uplift mood, promote mental clarity, and create a refreshing atmosphere. Home Fragrance: It is popular in candles, room sprays, and diffusers to create a clean, invigorating, and pleasant environment. Skincare: When properly diluted, it can be added to skincare products to benefit from its antimicrobial properties and fresh scent. Organic citronella essential oil has a bright, sharp, and invigorating citrus aroma with fresh, tangy top notes that transition into herbaceous and slightly earthy middle notes. The scent is rounded out with subtle woody undertones in the base note. Its fresh and uplifting fragrance is reminiscent of lemon and lemongrass and is commonly used for its insect-repelling properties, in aromatherapy, and for creating a clean and refreshing atmosphere. Certified Organic Irish Apothecary's Own Brand Organic Citronella Essential Oil Botanical Name Cymbopogon Winterianus Origin Vietnam Family Poaceae Plant Part Gum Extraction Steam Distillation Note Top Colour Yellow-brown Consistency Thin Scent Well-rounded lemon citrus scent, though it is much softer than actual Lemon. It also has subtle wood tones. Blends With Camphoraceous, citrus, floral, herby, minty, spicy and woodsy oils. Group Citrus The purest and finest of essential oils bringing you the best of natural medicine for your physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Amber Glass with aluminium cap, product includes a dropper and pipette enclosed. Approximate Weight 10ml = 40g 30ml = 80g 50ml = 120g This pure essential oil is undiluted, unadulterated and created just for you. It can be used in your diffuser (3-5 drops, depending on diffuser size, for whole water capacity), in your skincare, applied directly on the skin (patch test first) or as you please. It is very effective with the tunnelling method or for an instant energy change. When we diffuse an essential oil, we passively ingest the molecules in the air. As they enter our bloodstream, we are benefitting from the intelligence and healing properties of the blend. Bring or send back your bottle for a same blend refill and receive €1.50 off your purchase price! Close lid tightly during uses. It is best to store your pipette separately. If you are using your product with the pipette on frequent usage, ensure the pipette is empty when placing back into your product. This will prevent your pipette from degenerating. It is advisable to patch test product before use. Do not ingest. Keep out of reach from children. Store in a cool dry place. Take necessary precautions when using other medicines and during pregnancy.