Citronella Essential Oil for Aromatherapy Massage

Citronella Essential Oil has a pale yellowish to brownish hue and leaves a trail of lemon, its close cousin. Citronella is of two types – Ceylon and high-quality Java (believed to be the superior type). The oil is valued for its huge cosmetic and medicinal merits.

It is an excellent blend with citrus essential oil and mixes well with Clary Sage, Peppermint, Pine, Tea Tree essential oil, etc. Either singly or in combo, it works as an ideal cleanser of foul odor and deodorant for home use and body application respectively.

Usage

With 3 drops o Citronella Oil diffused in a preferred vaporizer, the inhalation of the high-spirited oil in this medium and concentration uplifts feelings and clears sentiments like stress, anxiety, and other exaggerated self-indulgent feelings and as well refreshing the indoors. Targeted for its antimicrobial and antifungal features, this antiseptic and antibiotic oil kills and stops the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi and repels insects like bugs, cockroaches, and mosquitoes.

A combo of 2 drops each of Citronella, Lavender oil, and Peppermint is another life-preserving aromatherapy mix that employs the expectorant properties of the oil to decongest the mucus and phlegm that block the airway. As a result, relieves respiratory issues and complaints and promotes circulation.

Topically application is safe by diluting 1 to 2 drops of Citronella Essential in 1 ounce or 2 tablespoons of carrier oil such as Coconut Oil or Jojoba oil. You can gently knead in the diluted oil with smooth strokes and alternate squeezes of facial soft tissue. Massaging the oil on the face, it heals and cures acne, eczema, and dermatitis. Besides, it boosts and balances skin moisture absorption, tenderness, and oil production and lessens premature aging and wrinkling.

When the diluted mix is used for a full-body massage, it unleashes its tonic ability to enhance the efficiency of the body’s systems and alleviate muscle spasms, strains, and sprains. A head-to-toe massage cleanses the body of toxins, encourages their speedy ejection and excretion from the body, promotes circulation of blood and improves heart health, stimulates mental alertness and clarity, conditions the skin, and alleviates cold and headaches.

For ease from menstrual cramps, rub deep and stroke in circular movements near the abdomen with the diluted mix of citronella oil to experience relief and a relaxing feeling. For medicinal applications, citronella helps to heal wounds and prevent fungi growth. When applied to the skin, it cools the skin and helps in treating Athlete’s Foot and ringworm.

Risk

FDA does not scrutinize essential oil manufacturers, customer are responsible for checking the quality of brands before patronage. After patronage, first and foremost, acquaint yourself with the mode of application and instruction for use provided by the manufacturers.

Caution

As with any essential oil, seek a medical or aromatherapy practitioner for advice before adopting the oil for therapeutic and medical benefits. An aromatherapist’s advice is special to a patient suffering from a life-threatening ailment like cancer, cardiac-related diseases, skin diseases, etc. For its influence on hormonal secretions which portioned consequences on a fetus are yet to be determined, nursing and pregnant women are advised to desist from the usage of Citronella Essential Oil.

For topical application, a dime-sized skin patch test on less sensitive areas is carried out with a higher oil concentration than will be used. Observe the skin area for the next 24 hours for changes. If there is no skin redness, itching, and other skin irritation, then you have a green light to use Citronella Essential oil.

Takeaway

Citronella Essential Oil is a natural remedy for soothing and healing pains, skin rashes and inflammation, and wounds. Known to improve circulation and digestion, facilitate respiration and excretory functions and processes in the body, and promote body immunity.