Fragrance ingredient
Citronella Oil
INCI: CYMBOPOGON NARDUS OIL
Essential oil distilled from Cymbopogon nardus (citronella grass). Primarily used as a fragrance ingredient; contains significant concentrations of citronellal, geraniol, and citronellol — all EU-listed fragrance allergens.
Also known as: Cymbopogon Nardus (Citronella) Oil, Citronella Essential Oil
fragranceantimicrobial
Benefits
- ✓Natural fragrance with a fresh, citrus-like herbal scent
- ✓Mild antimicrobial properties
Watch for
- ⚠Known skin sensitizer — may cause allergic contact dermatitis with repeated use
- ⚠Phototoxic potential; avoid sun exposure after use in leave-on products
- ⚠EU fragrance allergen: geraniol, citronellol, and limonene present
