Geranium essential oil comes from a sub-shrub that can reach 50 cm in height. Its long green leaves with three lobes with reddish veins are very indented and downy. Geranium essential oil has been used in dermatology for several years. It is particularly recommended for acne disorders.
Latin name: Pelargonium graveolens
English name: Geranium rosat
French name: Geranium Rosat
Family: Geraniaceae
Country of origin: South Africa, China, Morocco, Egypt
Distilled part: Aerial parts
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Characteristics: Clear mobile liquid of pale yellow color.
Aromatherapy properties: Anti-infectious, antibacterial, antifungal ++. General tonic, astringent tonic +++. Analgesic ++. Hemostatic, healing, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory. Calming nervous, tranquilizing.
Indications: Infectious dermatoses, superinfected acne +++, impetigo ++. Infectious colitis +. Asthenia, nervous fatigue ++. Osteoarticular rheumatism +. Restlessness, anxiety, trouble concentrating, lack of self-confidence, seasonal depression, emotionality, insomnia, irritability, nervousness, stress, mood swings.
Energy and emotional action
It soothes the pains of the heart. Its energy appeals to the feelings of freedom brought about by a happy heart. It heals the holes and tears caused by feelings of abandonment and rejection in the emotional body. It is applied to the heart or the thorax and gives relief, comfort and strengthens self-confidence.
Precautions for use
Keep out of the reach of children, air, heat and light.