Citronella oil
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Citronella oil is an essential oil obtained from the leaves and stems of different species of Cymbopogon. The oil is used extensively as a source of perfumery chemicals such as citronellal, citronello
Citronella oil
Video tracking of a stable fly, demonstrating repellency of citronella oil
Insect repellent
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An insect repellent is a substance applied to the skin, clothing, or other surfaces to discourage insects from landing or climbing on that surface. Insect repellents help prevent and control the outbr
Citronella oil
…extensive use in soap, candles and incense, perfumery, cosmetic, and flavouring industries throughout the world. Citronella oil is also a plant-based insect repellent and has been registered for this use in the United States since 1948. The United States Environmental Protection Agency considers oil of citronella as…
A mosquito coil
A cowhorn container for mosquito-repelling pitch oil (a by-product of the distillation of wood tar) on display at the Nordiska museum, Stockholm.
A mosquito on a bottle of "natural" insect repellent
Insect repellent made with natural, plant-based active ingredients is less effective than conventional repellents