30% off Citronella AND Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil
It’s that time of year! Time for the winged creatures and the stingy creatures to come out biting, chewing, stinging and creating havoc. Try these essential oils to dissuade the annoying, painful, and sometimes downright dangerous critters from using you as a late evening dinner buffet.
*note: use lavender and chamomile to ease irritation of the skin after a sting or a bite.
100% Pure Citronella Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon winterianus
Origin: Indonesia
Aroma: Grassy, fruity, herbaceous, and slightly sharp
Perfume Note: Top
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Source: Aerial parts of the grass
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Lemongrass.
Citronella essential oil is a light, fresh, and uplifting oil. It is a natural deodorizer. Mostly, it is reputed to repel insects (mosquitos).
Traditional uses: deodorant, skin conditioner, and insect repellent.
Properties: antiseptic, bactericidal, diuretic.
Citronella essential oil may cause irritation in those with sensitive skin.
AVOID THIS OIL DURING PREGNANCY.
Bug-Away Skin Oil:
- 2 tbsp of vegetable oil (we recommend soybean oil)
- 5 drops Cedarwood essential oil
- 4 drops Lemon essential oil
- 2 drops Geranium essential oil
- 1 drop Citronella essential oil
- Mix these together in a plastic bottle and apply to skin to stay bug-free!
Also known as Lemon Eucalyptus, this essential oil has the strong aroma of eucalyptus with a refreshing lemony scent.
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus citriodora
Origin: China
Aroma: Lemony, strong, fresh
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Source: Leaves & twigs
Blends Well With: Basil, black pepper, clary sage, geranium, tea tree, rosemary, vetiver, ylang ylang, and the other eucalyptus essential oils
Also known as Lemon Eucalyptus, this essential oil has the strong aroma of eucalyptus with a refreshing lemony scent. It’s great for clearing the air and makes a great air freshener. When diffused, it makes a great choice for removing musty smells. It’s perfect for use in carpeted basements.
Like citronella, it is said to be effective for use as an insect repellent and is known to work well in bug repellent blends.
AVOID THIS OIL DURING PREGNANCY.