Citronella hydrosol

DESCRIPTION OF CITRONELLA HYDROSOL

Citronella hydrosol is an anti-bacterial & anti-inflammatory hydrosol, with protective benefits. It has a clean and grassy aroma. This aroma is popularly used in making cosmetic products. Organic Citronella hydrosol is extracted as a by-product during the extraction of Citronella Essential Oil. It is obtained by Steam Distillation of Cymbopogon Nardus or Citronella leaves & stem. It has been majorly famous for its clean, grassy aroma.

Citronella Hydrosol has all the benefits, without the strong intensity, that Essential oils have. It is naturally blessed with antibacterial qualities, that comes to use in many ways. it can help in disinfecting environment and surfaces, cleans scalp and treats skin infections as well. It is also anti-inflammatory in nature, which can bring relief to inflammatory pain, bodily discomfort, fever pain, etc. Combined that with antispasmodic benefits, it also helps in treating body ache, muscle cramps, and all kinds of pain. And on the cosmetic front, it is beneficial in reducing hair fall, and strengthening hair from the roots. Citronella Hydrosol can purify scalp and prevent scalp inflammation as well. This unique and refreshing aroma can repel mosquitoes and bugs from everywhere. 

Citronella Hydrosol is commonly used in mist forms, you can add it to relieve skin rashes, hydrate skin, prevent infections, clean scalp, and others. It can be used as Facial toner, Room Freshener, Body Spray, Hair spray, Linen spray, Makeup setting spray etc. Citronella hydrosol can also be used in the making of Creams, Lotions, Shampoos, Conditioners, Soaps, Body wash etc

BENEFITS OF CITRONELLA HYDROSOL

Anti-bacterial: Citronella hydrosol is anti-bacterial in nature which comes to use in many ways. It can help in treating skin infections, it can purify scalp and reduce dandruff and it can also disinfect surfaces and surrounding. It also provides protection to open wounds and cuts and promote faster healing.

Treating Skin Allergies:  As mentioned, Citronella Hydrosol is anti-bacterial in nature, that’s why it is a natural treatment for skin aliments like Dermatitis, Eczema, Infections, Allergies, Prickly skin, etc. It can also be useful in treating burns and boils to reduce inflammation on the affected area.

Cleanses scalp: Citronella Hydrosol can help purify scalp and prevent scalp infections as well. It fights bacterial attacks on roots and reduces hair fall as well. Its moist nature can enter scalp pores and prevent clogging as well. It can calm down irritation and itching and treat flaky scalp.   

Pain Relief: Citronella hydrosol’s anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic nature, helps in treating body ache and inflammation. It can provide relief to bodily discomfort caused by inflammations. And the water base allows it to reach deep inside muscle and joints and reduce pain of Rheumatism, Arthritis, cramps, etc.

Clears Nasal Blockage: Citronella Hydrosol has a strong and green aroma, and anti-inflammatory compounds as well. It can clear congestion in air ways by removing the stuck mucus and phlegm. It can also eliminate bacteria that cause cold and flu. And lastly, it sooths down inflamed organs with each breath and provide relief to sore throat as well. 

Improves breathing: Inhaling Citronella Hydrosol in baths, steams, diffusers can clean lungs and promote oxygen circulation in the lungs. 

Reduced mental pressure: Citronella Hydrosol can reduce mental pressure with its grassy and clean aroma, it reaches deep inside the senses and promote refreshing behaviour. It can lower stress levels, treat anxiety, fear, etc.

Disinfecting: It is a natural insecticide and repels mosquitoes as well. The same aroma that invigorates our senses can drive away mosquitoes and bugs, and its anti-bacterial agents also remove microorganisms that are invisible to naked eyes.

USES OF CITRONELLA HYDROSOL

Infection Treatment: Citronella Hydrosol is used in making infection treatment products because it provides protection against bacterial attacks on skin. It also sooths down inflamed skin and reduces irritation and itching on skin. You can use it in baths and mist forms as a protectant and to treat minor allergies like prickly skin, rashes, redness, etc. Create a mix of distilled water and Citronella Hydrosol and use it whenever your skin feels irritated and sensitive. It will provide skin moisture and keep it smooth.

Hair care products: Citronella Hydrosol is added to hair care products like shampoos, hair masks, hair sprays, hair mists, hair perfumes, etc. It hydrates scalp and locks moisture inside scalp pores. It also prevents bacterial movement on scalp and reduces dandruff and lice. It also sooths down itching and prevent flaky scalp as well. You can create your own hair spray with Citronella Hydrosol, mix it with Distilled Water and spray it on your scalp after washing your hair.

Spas & Massages: Citronella Hydrosol is used in Spas and therapy centres for multiple reasons. It can promote relaxation by reducing stress and anxiety levels. Its strong aroma creates a refreshing and positive environment. Next is the anti-inflammatory nature of Citronella Hydrosol, it can treat body ache and muscle cramps. It is used in Aromatic baths and steams to relief long-term pain like Rheumatism and Arthritis.

Diffusers: Common use of Citronella Hydrosol is adding to diffusers, to purify surroundings. Add Distilled water and Citronella hydrosol in appropriate ratio, and clean your home or car. It will disinfect environment and clean surfaces as well. All this is done with a green, floral and refreshing aroma that’s pleasing to senses. It can also repel insects, bugs and mosquitoes with this fragrance. It also lowers stress levels and promote a positive, chirpy vibe. It will improve your breathing and clear nasal congestion as well. 

Pain relief ointments: Its anti-inflammatory properties are used in making pain relief ointments, balms and sprays for back pain, joint pain and chronic pain like Rheumatism and Arthritis.

Cosmetic Products and Soap Making: Citronella Hydrosol has abundance of benefits to skin. It can protect skin against bacterial invasion, allergic reactions, hydrates skin and also reduces redness and irritation. That’s why it is used in making personal use products like face mists, primers, creams, lotions, refresher, etc. The fresh and green aroma of Citronella Hydrosol is popular in bathing products like shower gels, body washes, scrubs. It is added to products specially made for allergic skin and to reduce infections. It helps in soothing down irritated and inflamed skin as well.

Insect repellent: Citronella hydrosol makes a natural disinfectant and insecticide because of its grassy aroma. It is added to disinfectants, cleaner and insect repelling sprays, to drive away bugs and mosquitoes. You can also use it in laundry and on your curtains to disinfect and give them a nice aroma.