Citronella-
Citronella is the whispering guardian of wild spaces, a blade of golden grass slicing through stagnation & shadow. Bright and brisk, it awakens slumbering energies & casts off intrusions-be they insects, illness, or ill intention.
Its scent carries the hum of tropical rains & sacred clearings, where nothing hidden can remain. Like an elemental sword, Citronella cuts through the fog, dispelling what clings and refreshing what lies beneath.
Use it to purify not only the air, but your field, your thoughts, your space—inviting clarity, protection, & sovereign breath.
 
Botanical names: Cymbopogon nardus (Sri Lankan) or Cymbopogon winterianus (Java)
Family: Poaceae (Grasses)
Plant part: Fresh or dried grass
Extraction method: Steam distilled
Color: Pale yellow to golden
Viscosity: Thin
Perfumery note: Top
Sustainability/Conservation:  Not threatened. 
Aromatic Profile
Fragrance Family: Fresh · Green · Citrus-like · Herbaceous
Opening: Sharp, lemony zest with grassy spice
Heart: Dry, green, & camphoraceous with herbal brightness
Drydown: Light, crisp, slightly woody green finish
Like lemongrass but more piercing & with sharper citron top notes.
Blends Well With
Citruses
Lemon – Brightens & sharpens the top note
Lime – For more playful, tropical blends
Bergamot – Adds emotional depth & floral lift
Herbs & Grasses
Lemongrass – Intensifies citron-fresh, clean synergy
Rosemary – For mental clarity & boundary setting
Eucalyptus – Adds breath-opening purification
Woods & Resins
Cedarwood – Grounds the airy sharpness with deep earth
Frankincense – Gives sacred weight to Citronella’s cleansing qualities
Patchouli – Anchors the energy, balancing the high notes
Florals
Geranium – Balances sharpness with heart & beauty
Lavender – Softens edges, especially in sleep blends or mists
Modes of Application
Baths & Soaks
3–5 drops in a carrier or emulsifier
Excellent in detoxifying, energetic clearing, or pre-ritual soaks
Avoid if skin is sensitive
Mists & Sprays
Great in room sprays, outdoor mists, or aura cleansers
Combine with alcohol, and lavender or eucalyptus for balance
Diffusion
Uplifts stagnant environments, clears energy after visitors or illness
Perfect in combination with citrus & woods for ritual space prep
Topical
Use diluted (1–2%) in bug-repellent blends or foot oils
Add to roll-ons with cedar, eucalyptus, or tea tree for energetic protection
Energetics
Clearing → Disperses heavy, congested, or stagnant energies
Protective → Wards off negative vibrations & energetic intrusion
Awakening → Invigorates dull thoughts, moods, & spaces
Purifying → Acts as a natural aura & atmosphere cleanser
Boundary-setting → Supports energetic shielding & personal space
 Intentions
To banish spiritual clutter or emotional heaviness
To establish energetic boundaries & repel interference
To clear the air—literally & metaphysically
To refresh mental clarity & emotional openness
To energize a sluggish spirit without overstimulation
Ritual Affirmation
“I stand clear, bright, & protected. All that is not mine dissolves.”
Rituals
Morning Sweep Mist
Mist your space with Citronella, Bergamot, & Cedarwood to banish heavy energy or psychic residue
Say: “By sunlight and song, I clear the wrong. Let this space be free.”
Aura Detox Soak
Soak in Citronella, Lemongrass, & Patchouli with pink salt
Let all attachments, cords, or tension rinse from your field
Affirm: “I return to myself, light & whole.”
⚠️ Safety Precautions
May irritate sensitive skin — dilute well (1–2%)
Avoid face or mucous membrane contact
Not recommended during pregnancy or for children under 6
Possible sensitizer if oxidized or used undiluted
Do not ingest