Citronella hydrolate has repellent and therapeutic properties
It also relieves itchiness from insect bites and perfumes the environment. See other benefits
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Hydrolate, also known as floral water or hydrosol, is obtained during the distillation process of extracting essential oils from aromatic and medicinal plants. With many toning, moisturizing and refreshing properties, hydrolates are widely used in the cosmetic and aromatherapy industries.
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They can be used as a tonic for the face or body, in beauty and aesthetic masks, aromatic baths, foot baths and to aromatize the environment. They are smooth, purify, revitalize and refresh all skin types. There are several types of hydrolates and one of the most used is citronella.
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Citronella is a dense plant, with long leaves and sharp edges, with a strong aroma. The hydrolate extracted from it, as well as the essential oil, can provide many benefits.
Benefits and applications of citronella hydrolate
Citronella floral water has a repellent effect against mosquitoes and black flies, being widely used as a flavoring in perfumes, candles, incense, disinfectants and is also useful in aromatherapy. Due to its strong aroma, when used as an ambient aromatizer, citronella hydrolate has the power to ward off insects and other gardening pests in a natural way. You can make your own flavoring from the hydrolate or just spray it directly into the room - its aroma will be easily noticed.
It is a natural repellent and healing insect bites. It can be applied directly to the skin, relieving itching and burning caused by insects. There are no restrictions for use in children, people with sensitive skin and animals. Sprinkling a little citronella hydrolate on the pet's collar keeps fleas, ticks and mosquitoes away.
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Its therapeutic properties are also important, as citronella is considered a medicinal plant. When applied to the skin, it can provide relief from rheumatic pain. Aromatizing the environment with citronella hydrolate has positive effects for nervousness, anxiety and agitation, as it has calming properties.
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For such applications, always remember to use 100% natural hydrolate free from harmful chemicals. You can find this and other hydrolates at eCycle store.
