Citronella Essential Oil Steam Distilled 10 ml

Bright, lemony and green, this citronella essential oil brings the clean sharpness of crushed grass into a diffuser, oil burner or blending bottle. Steam distilled from dried Cymbopogon nardus grass, it has a crisp botanical character that feels especially at home in warm-weather rituals and fresh, airy spaces.

The scent, sharp and grassy

• A brisk citrus-grass opening gives the oil its instantly recognisable citronella character.
• The aroma is clean and outdoorsy rather than sweet, with a dry herbal edge.
• It suits moments when you want the room to feel freshly aired and uncluttered.
• Use it as a single-note oil, or blend it with other essential oils when you want a greener, brighter accord.
• The dark bottle and black ribbed cap keep the look simple, practical and apothecary-like.

Steam distilled from dried grass

This citronella essential oil comes from Cymbopogon nardus, a fragrant grass used for its aromatic leaves and stems. The oil is steam distilled from the dried grass, a traditional extraction method that carries the plant’s volatile scent compounds into a concentrated aromatic oil.

Citronella in warm-weather tradition

Citronella has long been linked with outdoor living in places where fragrant grasses grow close to rivers, gardens and humid landscapes. In modern aromatherapy and home-fragrance practice, it is often chosen for its fresh, lemony-green scent and its association with summer evenings, open windows and garden rituals. Its character is practical and lively, but still natural: less like perfume, more like the sharp green breath released when grass is cut in sunlight.

How to use it in your space

Add a few drops to a diffuser or oil burner, following the guidance for your device. For skin use, dilute properly in a carrier oil first and patch test before wider application. Do not use internally.

Avoid use during pregnancy and with children under three unless guided by a qualified professional. Keep essential oils out of reach of children and pets, and store the bottle closed in a cool, dry place away from direct heat.

Size and details

• Volume: 10 ml.
• Weight: 40 g.
• Botanical name: Cymbopogon nardus.
• Plant part used: dried grass.
• Extraction method: steam distillation.
• Country of origin: Vietnam.
• Presentation: dark glass bottle with black cap.

A fresh gift for scent lovers

A thoughtful choice for someone who enjoys essential oils, garden evenings or naturally green home fragrance. It suits a small aromatherapy kit beautifully, especially for those drawn to crisp, botanical scents rather than soft florals.

Common questions

Can I apply citronella essential oil directly to skin?
No. Essential oils should be diluted in a suitable carrier oil before skin use, and patch tested first.

Can I use it in a diffuser?
Yes, use a few drops in a diffuser or oil burner, following the instructions for your own device.

Is this oil for internal use?
No. This essential oil is for external aromatic use only and should not be consumed.