Organic essential oil - Geranium

Latin name: Pelargonium Graveolens

Plant parts used: leaves, stems, and flowers

Source: South Africa

Extraction method: steam distillation

Organic geranium essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and stems of the Pelargonium odoratissimum (apple geranium) plant. It has a strong scent with a floral aroma and hints of mint and apple. The main characteristic of this oil is its ability to balance and uplift, and it is used for both mind and body to alleviate a wide range of ailments.

Geranium essential oil helps balance oily and dry skin, and also promotes mental equilibrium, relieving stress and anxiety. It is said to work on the adrenal cortex, which has a balancing effect on the hormonal system. Geranium oil has

It has been used to treat acne, bruises, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, hemorrhoids, ringworm, ulcers, breast engorgement, edema, poor circulation, sore throat, tonsillitis, premenstrual syndrome, menopausal problems, stress, and neuralgia. Its strong odor

It repels mosquitoes. Add a few drops to shampoo to get rid of lice.

These geraniums were believed to keep away evil spirits (much like mosquitoes!), so they were planted around houses as hedges. The plants originated in South Africa, Réunion, Madagascar, Egypt, and Morocco and were introduced to European countries in the 17th century. Although there are around 700 varieties of the plant, only 10 yield essential oil in viable quantities. Varieties grown in gardens generally produce too little oil for extraction.