Geranium Essential Oil

Geranium essential oil is an uplifting oil that has a great all-over balancing effect on the mind and this uplifting property also extends to the effect it has on the skin – where it helps to create balance between oily and dry skin. It helps to sort out emotions – where it helps to relieve feelings of stress and anxiety, and also works on the adrenal cortex, which has a balancing effect on the hormone system.

Effect on mind:  Influences the adrenal cortex, reducing stress. Helps quell anxiety or depression. Uplifting.

Effect on body:  Can be useful for kidney, gall stone, diabetes and urinary infections. Diuretic properties can help reduce fluid retention and swollen ankles. Stimulates the lymphatic system and can regulate the hormonal system. Aromatic insect repellent.

Effect on skin:  Useful for all skin conditions, balancing sebum. Eczema, burns, shingles, herpes, ring worm may respond.

Blends well with:  Bergamot, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lime, Neroli, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Sweet Orange, Sandalwood.

Caution: May cause some irritations to sensitive skin. Regulates the hormonal system so must not be used during pregnancy.

Properties

Botanical (INCI) Name:

Pelargonium graveolens

Appearance:

Pale-yellow to olive green

Odour:

A sweet floral rosy-leaf odour

Plant parts used:

Flowers

Extraction method:

Steam distillation

Region of origin:

Egypt

Grade:

Cosmetic

Solubility:

Oils and Alcohol

Certification:

Conventional

Do not apply undiluted essential oils to your skin. Use a carrier oil or solvent to dilute first.

Eyes

Do not drip undiluted essential oils into eyes as this will cause a chemical burn and may result in temporary blindness. Diluted essential oils may be used close to the eyes. More here.

Ears

Undiluted essential oils should not be dripped into the ears, but diluted essential oils may be placed on a cotton wad for partial insertion.

Children

Keep essential oils in a place where young children cannot reach them, and never let them handle essential oils bottles.

Contraindications

If you have a skin condition, are pregnant, have epilepsy or asthma, are on a course of treatment with prescribed medication, or are in any doubt about any condition you may have, you are advised to seek the advice of a doctor or suitable practitioner before using pure essential oils.

For a full list of safety guidelines and more in depth information please visit the Tisserand Institute website.

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    lila crozier

    Gives the house a very clean and fresh smell. Have been putting it in the diffuser the past few days and really like it

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