Geranium
10mlGeranium
100% Pure Pelargonium Graveolens
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| Botanical Name | Pelargonium Graveolens |
|---|---|
| Plant/Part | Leaves and Flowers |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Place of Origin | France |
| Colour | Clear, pale yellow to yellow-green to olive green |
| Aroma | Strong, fresh, green, rosy sweet, minty overtones |
| Description | Much-branched shrub, stems are hairy when young, becoming woody with age. Leaves are velvety and soft to the touch due to the presence of numerous glandular hairs. The leaves are strongly rose-scented. White to pinkish flowers. |
| History | The name geranium has come from Greek word, Geranos, which means "crane" because the seed pods of geraniums are shaped like the beak of a crane. Geraniums were formerly considered major curative plants and have been used since ancient times as a natural remedy for tumors and wounds. For centuries they were planted around cottages to keep away evil spirits. |
| Properties/Actions | Anti-depressant, balancing, refreshing, stimulates adrenal cortex and lympatic system, tonic, uplifting, analgesic, antispasmodic, astringent, antiseptic |
| Common Uses | Has stimulating and regenerating properties making this essential oil wonderful as a body skincare product for all skin types. Very useful for normalising excessively dry or oily skin. It is balancing and stabilising to both mind and body. The balancing and emotionally harmonising properties of geranium essential oil make it an excellent women’s oil, especially during menstruation and menopause. Inspect repellent |
| Blends well with | Basil, clove, jasmine, juniper, neroli, rose, sandalwood, clary sage, grapefruit, lime, pettigrain, rosemary, lavender, bergamot, patchouli, lemon and tea tree. |
| Caution | Do not use topically on damaged or inflamed skin. Do not use during pregnancy. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dark place. For external use only. |
Important Note: The information provided is intended for educational purposes only and is not considered complete or guaranteed to be accurate.
General Safety Information: Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes or other concentrated essences directly onto the skin. Do not take any essential oils internally without consultation from a qualified Aromatherapist or medical practitioner. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, only use essential oils under the proper guidance of a qualified Aromatherapist or medical practitioner. Essential Oils are not intended to treat or cure serious medical conditions; there is no substitute for a consultation with a competent physician for any matters regarding your health, or anyone else. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at extremely low doses. We recommend it is safer to consult a qualified Aromatherapist or medical practitioner before using essential oils with children. When using for the first time patch test on a small area of skin. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. The information provided is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
