Does Citronella Burn Skin

Oil of citronella can be mildly irritating to the skin and eyes. It may also cause skin allergies for some people with prolonged or frequent exposure. If eaten, people may cough or experience throat irritation.

What do you use citronella essential oil for?

  1. Diffuse Citronella oil to ward off insects, especially mosquitoes.
  2. Apply Citronella essential oil to skin with Fractionated Coconut Oil for use as a topical insect repellent.
  3. Add three to four Citronella oil drops in water to clean surfaces.
  4. Diffuse Citronella oil to promote a cheery, optimistic environment.

Is citronella safe to use indoors?

Pro: Citronella Candles are Generally Safe, Clean and Nontoxic. … Still, like other scented candles, citronella candles can lead to poor air quality if used indoors, in part because all scented candles produce more smoke and soot than non-scented candles. Because of this, they should only be used outside.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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