GERANIUM OIL
GERANIUM OIL
Geranium oil: Originally from southern Africa where they are native, pelargoniums were imported to Europe around 1690 and are now widely used as an ornamental plant. This genus includes more than 200 species grouped into 15 sections, but only about 10 varieties are exploited for the production of essential oil. Geranium rosat known as "Atercha" in Arabic has a sweet and gentle scent which justifies its use in perfumery and cosmetics. Appearance: The essential oil of Geranium is thin.1 Color: Clear to Pale Yellow/Green1 Odor: Floral, fresh, sweet, slightly fruity.1 Storage conditions: Keep the essential oil of Geranium away from any source of heat and light. Botanic Family: Geraniaceae Organ: flowering top Processing Method: Steam Distilled1 Type: 100% natural Origin: Algeria 1 Source: https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/geranium-oil.asp More Info Chemical composition: Among the constituents of the essential oil there is a-pinene, myrcene, limonene, menthone, linalool, geranyl acetate, citronellol, geraniol and geranyl butyrate.2 Benefit: The therapeutic properties of geranium oil are antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, cicatrisant, cytophylactic, diuretic, deodorant, haemostatic, styptic, tonic, vermifuge and vulnerary. Application Tips: This essential oil is considered polyvalent because it can be used in different ways, especially for skin problems. This essential oil can simply be used in massage by diluting it in a vegetable oil, or by mixing it with a moisturizer. In diffusion: this essential oil cleanses, pleasantly scents the house and repels the mosquitoes with 5 to 6 drops by diffusion. Direction of use/Dosage: The essential oil is not soluble in water, it is advisable to dilute it in a neutral support (honey, vegetable oil, sugar ...) before use. For other tips for use, ask your pharmacist for advice Oral route: ++ Dermal route: ++++ Air diffusion: ++++ Inhalation aerosol: - (+++++: strongly advised / - : use with caution) Precaution of use (or MSDS): Cutaneous use can be done safely since it is a major therapeutic indication. Geranium rosat can be used in a sweet culinary preparation subject to the respect of the method of use and dosage (maximum 1 drop) Keep out of reach of children - Food supplement – It is not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle - Respect the recommended doses. Caution during pregnancy and breastfeeding. As a precautionary measure, do not use in children under 7, pregnant or breastfeeding women. Keep the essential oil of Geranium away from any source of heat and light. 2 Source: https://essentialoils.co.za/essential-oils/rose-eranium.htm#Chemical%20composition