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We tell you all about citronellal

The world of active substances of plant origin holds many treasures, and among them is citronellal! This active component of lemongrass essential oil, colorless liquid appearance and with the captivating smell of lemon, offers multifaceted properties…

REPELLENT ACTION ON MOSQUITOES

Citronellal is best known for its repellent action on mosquitoes. Its lemony scent acts as a natural shield against these unwanted insects. When citronellal is diffused into the air or applied to the skin as an essential oil, it disrupts mosquitoes’ olfactory receptors, preventing them from detecting humans and animals to bite them. This property makes it a great way to protect yourself from bites that can be very unpleasant !

CITRONELLAL: A JEWEL OF LEMONGRASS ESSENCE

Citronellal is an active component of lemongrass essential oil. It is a monoterpene aldehyde. Its peculiarity lies in its characteristic smell of lemon, hence its name. At room temperature, it comes in the form of a colorless liquid, making it a valuable ingredient for many applications.

A VERSATILE AGENT FOR HYGIENE AND HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS


In addition to its insecticidal and repellent properties, citronellal also finds its place in our daily lives in the form of a perfuming agent. Its pleasant lemony scent makes it a popular choice for hygiene products such as creams, soaps and lotions. In addition, thanks to its olfactory power, it is used in laundry detergents and cleaning products to bring a note of freshness and pleasure to our environment.

INSECTICIDAL ACTION ON TICKS

In addition to its mosquito repellent effect, citronellal also plays an essential role as an insecticide against ticks. These small parasites can carry serious diseases such as Lyme disease, hence the importance of keeping them away. Citronellal as a weapon from plants to fight ticks and reduce their presence in risk areas.

Citronellal is truly a treasure inspired by plants. Its repellent action on mosquitoes and its insecticidal power against ticks make it an ally of choice to protect against bites and vector-borne diseases. In addition, its use as a perfuming agent in hygiene and household products makes it a versatile component of everyday life.

 

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