Essential Oil – Geranium Oil – 10ml

£6.25

Essential oils, extracted from aromatic plants, are widely used for their therapeutic properties and aromatic qualities in aromatherapy and natural wellness practices.

Geranium Oil is steam distilled from the leaves and stalks of the plant Pelargonium odoratissimum (apple geranium). It has a strong smell with a floral aroma, and hints of mint and apple.

The main feature of this oil is said to be its ability to balance and uplift, it has been used for both.

Geraniums were believed to keep away spirits – and mosquitos – and so they were often planted around houses as hedges.

Latin Name: Pelargonium Graveolens
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves, Stalks and Flowers
Source: Egypt
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Wikipedia Link: Geranium Oil / Pelargonium Graveolens

Uses:

Geranium Oil is said to help balance oily and dry skin, and also to bring about balance of the mind by relieving stress and anxiety. It is said to work on the adrenal cortex, which then has a balancing effect on the hormone system.

Historically, Geranium Oil has been used to treat acne, bruises, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, haemorrhoids, ringworm, ulcers, breast engorgement, oedema, poor circulation, sore throat, tonsillitis, PMS, menopausal problems, stress, and neuralgia, and … its strong smell chases away mosquitoes.

The plants originated from South Africa, Reunion, Madagascar, Egypt, and Morocco and were introduced to European countries in the 17th century. Although there are about 700 varieties of the plant, only 10 supply essential oil in viable quantities. The varieties planted in gardens usually produce too little oil to use for extraction.