It contains a recent, woody-sweet, lemon scent. Its oil is colorless to pale-yellow in color. It is steam distilled from a tall grass full-grown within the tropics. You will notice the main advantage of Citronella Essential oil at The Aromatherapy Place, Citronella Java and Citronella Ceylon.
Benefits and Uses:
1. Citronella oil has anti-fungal properties, treats parasitic infections and really helps in wound healing.
2. It can be used as an insect repellent.
3. It is used as a flavoring agent in food.
4. It can be used by diluting it in oil or lotion, before applying to your skin.