Rose Geranium essential oil is very beneficial to the skin and is often used to treat itchiness and various skin conditions. Its inspiring aroma stimulates imagination, strengthens intuition, has a stabilizing effect, especially useful for anxiety. As a popular feminine oil, it has an antispasmodic effect and balances hormones for menstrual cramps and menopause. In addition, the oil can be used effectively to repel insects.
Harvest
Approximately 700 kg of plant material for 1 kg of essential oil
Part of the plant
The flowers, leaves and stem
Extraction method
Steam distillation
Oil for balance and harmony
Rose Geranium is a bushy, perennial subshrub and can reach up to one meter in height. It is one of the fragrant pelargoniums and is one of over 200 species of geranium. Originally originating from the South African steppes, the aromatic bush has also been very popular in Europe since the XNUMXth century.
Of the over 200 species of geranium, only a few are grown for oil production, the most famous of which is Rose Geranium.
Contrary to expectations, Rose Geranium essential oil is extracted not only from the flowers, but also from the entire herb, including the leaves and stem.
The inspiring fragrance stimulates the imagination, enhances intuition and has a stabilizing effect on anxiety. Rose Geranium is also one of the female medicinal plants, as it has a hormonal balancing effect on menstrual cramps. In addition, it is very beneficial for the skin and relieves itching.
| Botanical name Pelargonium graveolens var. Roseum | Aroma profile Colorful, pink, warm |
| family geraniaceae | fragrance Middle note |
| Origin South Africa, Reunion Island near Madagascar | application It relieves tension and fear, harmonizes the senses, has a hormone-regulating and antispasmodic effect |
Application and effect
Along with lavender , Rose Geranium is one of the most important medicinal plants in aromatherapy. Like many other middle notes, Rose Geranium oil has a strong mood-balancing and harmonizing effect, which is why it is often used in the treatment of anxiety. It also has an inspiring effect, stimulating the imagination and intuition. As an effective medicinal plant for women, Rose Geranium has a balancing and regulating effect on female hormones. It is traditionally used to repel insects.
| Mental Application: For anxiety, stress, hormonal changes in mood, hormonal imbalance | Psychological action: Relaxing, balancing, highly stress-reducing |
| Physical Application: For stretch marks, itching, for care of irritated skin, scars, for hormonal fluctuations, for relaxing abdominal massages, for women's complaints, cellulite, for herpes skin care | Physical action: Regenerating, very caring for the skin, has a high cleaning power, firming, strengthening, relieves itching |
Rose Geranium Essential Oil Recipes
Body oil "Red Wave"
- 50 ml organic almond oil
- 8 drops Gradinsky Chai
- 5 drops cypress
- 4 drops rose geranium
Drop the essential oils into the almond oil . Close the bottle and shake well. Apply to the lower abdomen, tailbone and inner thighs as needed. Clary sage oil promotes emotional balance.
Massage oil "Relaxing care"
- 20 ml organic almond oil
- 3 drops rose geranium
- 1 drop organic vetiver
Add the essential oils to the almond oil and massage the solar plexus. Vetiver oil enhances the grounding effect.
Facial oil for red and irritated skin
- 30 ml rosehip oil
- 2 drops rose geranium essential oil
- 1-2 drops fine lavender
- 2-3 drops petitgrain
Add the essential oils to the rosehip oil. Apply in the evening after cleansing the skin.
Wellness bath
- 3 tablespoons of cream
- 5 drops organic rose geranium
- 2 drops fine lavender
Mix the cream and essential oils and pour into the running water in the bath.
Aroma blend "In harmony with yourself"
- 5 drops organic rose geranium oil
- 4 drops sandalwood
- 2 drops lemon balm 10%
Drop the essential oils directly into the aroma lamp, diffuser or onto an aroma stone.
Conclusion
The information in this article is for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a basis for prevention or treatment.
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