Geranium, Rose

Pelargonium Graveolens

Description:

a perennial hairy shrub up to 3ft/1m high with lobed leaved, serrated at the edges and small pink flowers. The whole plant is aromatic.

Actions:

Antihemorrhagic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, cictrizant, deodorant, diuretic, fungicidal, hemostatic, stimulant (to adrenal cortex and lymphatic system), styptic, tonic, vermifuge, vulnerary

Extraction:

The oil is extracted by steam distillation from the leaves, stalks and flowers.

Characteristics:

Greenish-olive liquid with a green, rosy-sweet, minty scent. (The Bourbon oil is generally preferred in perfumery work). It blends well with lavender, patchouli, clove, rose, sandalwood, jasmine, juniper, neroli, bergamot, and other citrus oils.

Perfume:

Scent:

Green, rosy-sweet, floral-minty, fresh, strong, powerful.

Key Qualities:

Tonic, antidepressant, uplifting, balancing, refreshing, soothing, warming, regulating

Odour Intensity:

Medium High

Aromatherapy Use:

Skin Care:

Acne, bruises, broken capillaries, burns, congested skin, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, hemorrhoids, lice, oily complexions, mature skin, ringworm, ulcers, wounds

Circulatory System:

Cellulitis, engorgement of breasts, edema, poor circulation

Reproductive and Endocrine Systems:

Adrenocortical glands and menopausal problems, PMS

Respiratory System:

Sore Throat, tonsillitis

Nervous System:

Nervous Tension, neuralgia, stress-related conditions

Other Uses:

Insect Repellent (especially mosquitoes)

Safety Data:

Nontoxic, nonirritant, generally nonsensitising, but may cause contact dermatitis in hypersensitive individuals (especially the bourbon type)

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