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Geranium Essential Oil
Pelargonium graveolens

Aromatherapy- Geranium Essential Oil

 

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Properties
Geranium essential oil is colourless, but has a tinge of light green colour to it. It has a watery viscosity.
Origin
It originated from South Africa, as well as Reunion, Madagascar, Egypt and Morocco.
Extraction
The leaves and stalks are used for extraction and is extracted using steam distillation.
Chemical composition
A-pinene, myrcene, limonene, menthone, linalool, geranyl acetate, citronellol, geraniol and geranyl butyrate.
Therapeutic properties
Astringent, haemostatic, diuretic, antiseptic, anti-depressant, tonic, antibiotic, anti-spasmodic and as an anti-infectious agent.
Uses
 Geranium oil can be used to help in the treatment of :
  1. acne
  2. bruises 
  3. burns 
  4. cuts
  5. dermatitis 
  6. eczema
  7. hemorrhoids
  8. lice
  9. as a mosquito repellant 
  10. ringworm 
  11. ulcers
  12. breast engorgement
  13. edema
  14. poor circulation 
  15. sore throat 
  16. tonsillitis
  17. PMS
  18. menopausal problems 
  19. stress
  20. neuralgia
Precautions
  • Geranium oil does not cause any side effects, since it is non-toxic, non-irritant and generally non-sensitizing, yet can cause sensitivity in some people and due to the fact that it balances the hormonal system.
  • Avoid using it during pregnancy.
Blends with
Angelica, basil, bergamot, clary sage, fennel, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, neroli.
         
 

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