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Lemon & Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil Set of 2 — Insect Repellent & Air Freshening
Lemon & Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil Set of 2 — Insect Repellent & Air Freshening
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Two lemon-scented oils from completely different plants, in separate bottles, 15 ml or 30 ml. Lemon is cold-pressed from the fruit peel — clean, sharp, the kitchen and living-room oil. Lemon eucalyptus is steam-distilled from Eucalyptus citriodora leaves — lemony but camphorous underneath, and the species used in natural repellent blends. Undiluted, and the most affordable way into this category.
What’s in this set
| Oil | Botanical name | Extraction | Plant part | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon | Citrus limon | Cold pressed | Fresh fruit peel | 15 or 30 ml |
| Lemon Eucalyptus | Eucalyptus citriodora | Steam distilled | Leaves | 15 or 30 ml |
Two lemons, two jobs
- Lemon (Citrus limon) — Clean, sharp and instantly recognisable. The kitchen and living-room oil. Cold-pressed citrus is photosensitising, so keep it off skin that will see sunlight.
- Lemon Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus citriodora) — Lemony and camphorous — a different species from common eucalyptus. Citriodora is the one traditionally used in natural repellent blends rather than in steam.
How to use
Room and doorway spray. In 100 ml: 20 drops split between the two, 10 ml witch hazel or alcohol, topped up with water.
Diffuser. 5–8 drops, two parts lemon to one part lemon eucalyptus for a brighter room.
Kitchen and surfaces. 10–15 drops of lemon in a vinegar-and-water spray, or in mop water.
Skin blend for adults. 2% lemon eucalyptus in a carrier oil. Keep cold-pressed lemon off skin that will see sunlight — it is photosensitising.
Dilution guide
| Use | Dilution | Drops per 10 ml carrier oil |
|---|---|---|
| Face, sensitive skin, children over 6 | 1% | 2 drops |
| Body, daily massage | 2% | 4 drops |
| Targeted use on a small area | 3% | 6 drops |
| Diffuser (100–300 ml tank) | — | 5–8 drops in water |
Safety & storage
- Never apply undiluted essential oil to skin. Dilute in a carrier oil first.
- Patch test on the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before wider use.
- Not to be taken internally. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets. Consult a doctor if pregnant, nursing or under medical care.
- Store upright in the closed amber bottle, away from sunlight and heat. Flammable — keep away from open flame.
Frequently asked questions
Is lemon eucalyptus the same as eucalyptus?
No — different species entirely. Eucalyptus citriodora is the lemony one used in repellent blends; Eucalyptus globulus is the camphorous one used in steam. They are not interchangeable.
Which of the two goes outdoors and which indoors?
Lemon eucalyptus outdoors — it is the one traditionally used in repellent blends. Lemon indoors, where its clean citrus suits kitchens and living rooms.
How do I turn these into a spray?
In a 100 ml spray bottle: 20–30 drops total of essential oil, 10 ml of alcohol or witch hazel to disperse it, topped up with water. Shake before every use — oil and water separate.
How long does a natural repellent last?
Plant oils evaporate faster than synthetic actives, so reapply every 1–2 hours outdoors. We do not claim a protection duration or an effectiveness percentage — if you are in a high-risk area for mosquito-borne illness, use a tested repellent.
Is it safe for children?
Not for infants. For children over two, halve the dilution and keep it off hands and faces. Ask your paediatrician first — and never apply undiluted oil to a child's skin.
Can I use these in a diffuser instead of on skin?
Yes, and for indoor evenings it is the easier option. 5–8 drops in the water tank of an ultrasonic diffuser scents a normal-sized room.
Buy these oils individually
Every oil in this set is also sold on its own: Lemon oil and Lemon Eucalyptus oil. See the full range in Essential Oil Combo Sets and Aromatherapy Essential Oils, or pick a base from our carrier oils.
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