GERANIUM ESSENTIAL OIL

Scientific name: Pelargonium graveolens

Family: Geraniaceae

Origin: Egypt, India, Madagascar

Form: steam-distilled essential oil

Parts: leaves + flowering tops

BEST FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

FEATURES

antioxidant
anti-irritant
astringent
antiseptic
analgesic
anti-inflammatory
antimicrobial
anti-wrinkle
cell regenerator
cicatrizant
demulcent
deodorant
humectant

REAT FOR

all skin types: balancing
blackheads
blemished skin
broken capillaries + varicose veins
burns
cellulite
congested skin
cuts + wounds
dehydrated skin
delicate + sensitive skin
dermatitis
dull + lifeless skin
erythema
eczema
mature skin
inflammatory conditions
oil-rich skin + seborrhea
psoriases
scarring
shingles
slack tissue + loose skin
stretch marks

BENEFITS

protecting
soothing
firming
cleansing
anti-aging
balancing

redness reducing
reduces fluids + puffiness
rejuvenating
sebum balancing
strengthening
toning
cell regenerating
circulation improving

AROMATHERAPY

balancing
harmonizing
de-stressing
uplifting
anti-depressant
aphrodisiac
balancing
anxiety reducing
centering
harmonizes and balances emotions
promotes feelings of happiness and peace
refreshing
relaxing
reduces stress + fatigue
revitalizing
sensuality increases
soothing

FUNCTION

active

CONSTITUENTS

citronellol
geraniol
isomenthone
limonene
linalool
menthone
phellandrene
sabinere

Geranium has great value in skin care and can be used on any type of skin. Properties for skin include: analgesic, anti-irritant, antimicrobial, potent antioxidant, antiseptic, astringent, balancing, cell-regenerating, cicatrisant, demulcent, rejuvenating and warming. It is commonly used for these particular skin conditions: acne, blackheads, cellulite, dehydration, erythema, seborrhea, sensitivity, spider veins and stretch marks. Geranium is also an excellent and effective remedy for burns and wounds and can be used in the treatment of inflammation due to its mild, soothing effect. Its action on the nervous system is pronounced; it’s a sedative with uplifting characteristics. Geranium is a stimulant of the adrenal cortex and can be used to balance the production of androgens or octoroons, such as occurs during menopause. It is also great for the time of menstruation. Geranium is a good insecticide due to its terpene content and is particularly effective as a mosquito repellent. Described as a minty-fruity floral top-middle note with rosy undertones, geranium oil is an important perfume ingredient, and one of the most feminine of the essential oils. Its properties for mind include: balancing, calming, cooling, refreshing, relaxing, soothing and uplifting. It promotes feelings of happiness and peace, and eases anxiety, depression, panic, stress and tension.