Geranium Essential Oil

Product Description

Geranium Oil
Geranium is a perennial shrub with small pink flowers and pointy leaves that is native to South Africa. Out of the many varieties of the plant, Pelargonium graveolens is the source of the essential oil. The oil is widely used in aromatherapy and contains a number of beneficial compounds.
 
 
Uses of Geranium Oil
In aromatherapy, geranium oil is used to treat acne, sore throat, anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Its users are mainly for women due to its rosy smell and its beneficial effect on menstruation and menopause. The essential oil can also uplift mood, lessen fatigue, and promote emotional wellness.
Geranium oil also functions to reduce pain and inflammation. Its antiseptic properties can help speed up the healing of wounds and treat a variety of skin problems, such as burns, frostbite, fungal infections, athlete's foot, and eczema. Hemorrhoids can also be treated with the use of geranium oil.
Frequent travelers can use geranium oil as a natural insect repellent. Topical application can also help heal insect bites and stop itching. It may also be used as a massage oil to relieve aching muscles and stress.
 
Other uses of geranium oil include:
Food Geranium oil can be added to baked goods, frozen dairy, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, and candies. However, I strongly advice avoiding these processed treats to maintain your health.
Perfumery Geranium oil has been use to create an artificial rose scent in fragrances and cosmetics.
 
Composition of Geranium Oil
Geranium oil contains about *7 compounds. The main components of geranium oil are citronellol and geraniol. Other major constituents include: Nerol, Citronellyl formate, Isomenthone, Linalool