LifeSource Vitamins Citronella Essential Oil — 1 fl oz — Pure Organic
Our Citronella Essential Oil is 100% pure, steam-distilled from Cymbopogon winterianus leaves, offering a fresh, herbaceous citrus aroma to support natural insect defense, promote aromatherapy for uplifting and purifying effects, support topical wellness when properly diluted, and aid cleansing applications* — while respecting traditional use. Recognized by the U.S. EPA as a plant-based repellent. Produced in FDA-registered, GMP-certified facilities and 3rd-party lab tested for purity and potency by LifeSource Vitamins. For external use only — always dilute before topical application.
Research-Driven & Verified Product.
Explore the clinical research, ingredient science, and global evidence supporting this product below.
Research Promise: At LifeSource Vitamins, our commitment is rooted in research and results. Every benefit below is supported by human clinical studies indexed in the National Institutes of Health (NIH) via PubMed, with full texts available in the National Library of Medicine (NLM) PubMed Central (PMC) when available. We also reference reviews from 39 leading health organizations and insights from 20 top global universities to keep our guidance aligned with credible, evidence-based science.* Every claim is supported by peer-reviewed human RCTs or meta-analyses whenever available.
Clinically Studied Benefits
✓ Recognized natural repellent for mosquitoes* — Oil of citronella is permitted/registered by U.S. EPA for use in skin-applied repellents.* U.S. EPA — 2025
✓ Provides human protection times documented* — Systematic review of citronella formulations shows meaningful repellency; duration improves with vanillin co-formulation.* NIH/PubMed — Kongkaew C, 2011
✓ Supports fixatives to extend efficacy* — Human volunteer study: vanillin and other fixatives improved citronella lotion repellency.* NIH/PubMed — Songkro S, 2012
✓ Provides field and lab comparisons* — Evaluations of natural repellents report citronella activity, typically with shorter duration than DEET.* NIH/PMC — Yoon JK, 2015
✓ Supports mechanisms & composition relevant to repellency* — Citronellal/citronellol/geraniol are core constituents tied to activity.* NIH/PubMed — Sharma R, 2019
✓ Promotes antifungal activity (Candida/dermatophytes)* — In vitro/antibiofilm effects reported for C. nardus EO and citronellal.* NIH/PMC — de Oliveira WA, 2011
✓ Supports antibiofilm/antimicrobial effects* — Activity versus Gram-positive/negative bacteria in lab models.* NIH/PMC — Pontes EKU, 2018
✓ Promotes oral care/denture cleansing models* — Anti-Candida activity suggests surface cleansing potential.* NIH/PubMed — de Almeida LFD, 2016
✓ Supports formulation advances* — Citronella nanoemulsions show enhanced antibacterial zones in vitro.* NIH/PMC — Jawaid T, 2023
✓ Promotes aromatherapy/relaxation (preclinical)* — Reviews of essential oils note stress-modulating effects; human data remain limited.* NIH/PMC — Hou G, 2024
Additional / Promising Evidence
✓ Supports natural insect deterrent effects* — Repellent effects vs mosquitoes observed in trials.* NIH/PubMed — Govindarajan M, 2016
✓ Promotes eugenol mechanisms for analgesic/antimicrobial actions* — Academic reviews outline TRP-channel interactions and membrane effects.* NIH/PubMed — Marchese A, 2017
✓ Supports oral-care context with clove-based topicals* — University dental programs discuss comfort applications.* (Evidence — Harvard, 2024)
✓ Promotes aromatherapy overview for relaxation/comfort* — Summaries from university nursing programs review evidence.* (Evidence — Johns Hopkins, 2023)
✓ Supports aromatherapy guidance & safety* — Benefits, dilution, and precautions from NIH/NCCIH.* NIH/NCCIH — 2025
University-Led & Academic Studies
✓ Supports composition & quality markers* — Profiles of C. winterianus emphasize geraniol, citronellal, citronellol as activity drivers.* NIH/PMC — Rammal M, 2024
✓ Promotes repellent pathways & longevity research* — Academic reviews discuss volatility limits and strategies to extend protection.* NIH/PMC — Iovinella I, 2022
✓ Supports EOs in Candida management overview* — University-affiliated reviews summarize antifungal mechanisms and prospects.* NIH/PMC — Hou G, 2024
Global Evidence & Reviews
✓ Supports repellent policy & safety overviews* — U.S. EPA guidance on skin-applied repellents and minimum-risk pesticides.* U.S. EPA — 2025
✓ Promotes public health fact sheet on citronella* — NPIC and Oregon State University overview of properties and use.* NPIC — 2013
✓ Supports essential-oil aromatherapy and safety reviews* — NIH/NCCIH provides consumer guidance on benefits, dilution, and precautions.* NIH/NCCIH — 2025
We monitor research from leading institutions —
Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Cambridge, Oxford, Stanford, Yale, Tufts, University of Florida, Oregon State University – Linus Pauling Institute, Columbia, Cornell, Ohio State — to align with credible science.*
Key Ingredients
- 100% Pure Citronella Essential Oil (Cymbopogon winterianus) — Steam-distilled from leaves; rich in citronellal, citronellol, geraniol for natural defense and aromatherapy.*
Brief Benefit Bullets
- EPA-recognized, plant-based mosquito repellent*
- Lab-supported antimicrobial/antifungal cleansing uses*
- Fresh, uplifting citrus aroma for diffusers & outdoor blends*
- Works best in well-formulated sprays/lotions; reapply as needed*
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3rd-party tested for purity & potency*
Suggested Use
For aromatherapy. For topical use, dilute in a carrier oil before applying to skin. Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser for aromatherapy, or mix 1–2 drops with 1 tsp carrier oil for topical use. Do not apply undiluted. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, and open flames. Keep out of reach of children.*
Product Specifications
Net Contents — 1 fl oz (30 ml)
Type — 100% Pure Citronella Essential Oil (Cymbopogon winterianus)
Extraction Method — Steam-distilled from the leaves
Country of Origin — Indonesia
Cultivation Method — Sustainably farmed
Aroma — Fresh, herbaceous, citrus-like
Properties — Shielding, cleansing, purifying*
Purity Testing — Organoleptic + GC-MS/FTIR; third-party verified
Every LifeSource Vitamins product is 3rd-party lab tested for purity, potency, and label accuracy — because you deserve transparency and trust in every bottle.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For external use only.
Citronella Essential Oil 1 fl oz — natural insect defense, fresh citrus aromatherapy & antimicrobial cleansing; sustainably farmed, GC-MS/FTIR screened, 3rd-party tested. Clinically Studied Ingredients — NIH/PubMed!*
