Citronella Oil

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The stem and the leaves of lemongrass, citronella is used to extract oil.

It is used to expel parasites or worms from the intestines. It can enhance appetite, reduce muscle spasms. It helps in reduction of fluid retention by increasing the production of urine. When this is sprayed on animals it is believed to calm them. It is said to calm dogs and stop pets from destroying household items. Mosquitoes are very effectively repelled when this is used as spray or balm on the body. Head louse, body louse, stable flies are effectively repelled when this oil is used. It can be applied on the skin as a protection against mosquitoes and it will not harm the skin even after prolonged use. In rare cases it is also used in perfumes and soaps.

Citronella oil poses no risk to wild animals as the potency of its toxins is very low. However the fumes of this oil is dangerous for birds.

It can cause skin problems if you are allergic to it. So please check your resistance to the oil. Generally it does not harm the skin. Though it can be consumed, it is only used to flavor foods in rare cases. The general advice is not to consume it, especially directly. Keep it away from children as it can prove to be very harmful if they consume it. Nothing much is said about pregnant women and lactating mothers but it is better to avoid the use of citronella oil by such women.

In many Asian countries it was used centuries before for various ailments. Ancient Chinese used it to treat arthritis. It was used to regulate menstrual cycle in women in countries like Sri Lanka. The oil produced in Sri Lanka was used world over for many centuries but now the oils of other countries have taken over.

Citronella oil blends with Bergamot oil, Sandal woos, Pine, Citrus oils, Cedar wood and Geranium.