Properties of Geranium (Egyptian) Essential Oil
The Geranium, specifically the botanical species Pelargonium Graveolens, is a plant renowned for producing one of the most valuable essences in perfumery and cosmetics. Its fragrance offers a floral, fresh, sweet, and fruity note to perfumes. The plant is rich in its pale yellow-green essential oil, obtained through steam distillation of the stems, leaves, and flowers of the geranium. In some countries, geranium absolute is also produced by macerating the plant in an odorless fat and then extracting the essence with an alcoholic solvent. The essential oil is primarily composed of volatile substances responsible for its strong, sweet aroma characteristic of geranium. This shrub can grow up to a meter high with pointed, toothed leaves and small pink flowers. The entire plant is aromatic.
Properties of Geranium Essential Oil
Antifungal and Antibacterial: Geranium essential oil contains various molecules that act as antifungals and antibacterials, particularly for the skin.
Pain Relief and Anti-inflammatory: Geranium components alleviate inflammation and pain.
Mosquito and Fly Repellent: Compounds like citronellol and geraniol make it an effective repellent against bothersome flying insects.
Tones and Repairs the Skin: Geranium is ideal for repairing skin issues, especially redness.
Practical Uses and Applications of Geranium Essential Oil
Traditionally, geranium essential oil has been used to aid in the following situations:
General Health: Issues with starch and carbohydrate assimilation, water retention, fungal infections, candidiasis.
Nervous System: Asthenia, general fatigue, lack of female energy.
Cosmetics: Acne, eczema, psoriasis, impetigo, skin rashes, fungal skin infections, difficult scars, warts.
Geranium Essential Oil Recipes
IN DIFFUSION
- As a Physical and Mental Energizing Tonic: Add 4-5 drops to a diffuser along with rosemary and peppermint essential oils.
- To Repel Mosquitoes and Flies: Add 4-5 drops to a diffuser along with citronella essential oil.
IN COSMETICS
- To Care for and Tone Your Skin: Add to your usual cosmetics: body lotion, toner, any type of cream, shower gel...
FOR YOUR HEALTH
- To Quit Smoking: Mix 1 drop each of geranium, lavender, sage, and marjoram, and apply to your abdomen and chest, diluted with a tablespoon of black cumin oil.
- For Weight Loss and to Eliminate Cellulite and Fluid Retention: Mix 20 drops of geranium with 20 drops each of grapefruit and cypress in a 100ml bottle. Fill with sweet almond oil and apply at least once a day on legs, buttocks, abdomen, arms...
Other DIY Recipes and Remedies with Geranium Essential Oil
Geranium essential oil is known for its multiple benefits and applications in different areas such as cosmetics, physical health, gardening, and home use.
1. Natural Cosmetics
Facial Lotion for Combination to Oily Skin
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Ingredients:
- 50 ml witch hazel hydrosol
- 2 drops geranium essential oil
- 1 drop lavender essential oil
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
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Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle
- Shake well before each use
- Apply to clean face morning and night
Hydrating Hair Mask
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon jojoba oil
- 4 drops geranium essential oil
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Instructions:
- Mix oils in a container
- Apply the mixture to dry hair from roots to tips
- Leave on for 30 minutes, then wash hair as usual
2. Physical Health
Relaxing Massage Oil
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Ingredients:
- 50 ml sweet almond oil
- 5 drops geranium essential oil
- 5 drops lavender essential oil
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Instructions:
- Mix oils in a dark glass bottle
- Use this blend to massage tense or sore areas of the body
Menstrual Pain Remedy
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 drops geranium essential oil
- 2 drops clary sage essential oil
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Instructions:
- Mix the oils
- Gently massage the abdomen with circular movements during menstrual pain days
3. Garden
Natural Insect Repellent
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Ingredients:
- 100 ml distilled water
- 10 drops geranium essential oil
- 10 drops citronella essential oil
- 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil
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Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle
- Spray around plants and garden areas to keep insects away
Indoor Plant Spray
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Ingredients:
- 500 ml water
- 5 drops geranium essential oil
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Instructions:
- Mix the essential oil with water
- Spray the leaves of your indoor plants to keep them healthy and pest-free
4. Home Uses
Natural Home Fragrance
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Ingredients:
- 100 ml distilled water
- 1 tablespoon vodka (optional, to help disperse the oils)
- 10 drops geranium essential oil
- 5 drops lemon essential oil
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Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle
- Spray into the air and onto soft surfaces to freshen your home
All-Purpose Surface Cleaner
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 10 drops geranium essential oil
- 10 drops tea tree essential oil
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Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle
- Use to clean and disinfect surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom
Geranium Essential Oil Pairs Well With:
Recommended Dilutions for Geranium Essential Oil
Maximum recommended dilution for adults: 2%
Maximum recommended dilution for children: 0.25% (over 6 years old)
Essential oils are highly concentrated substances and should be diluted for most uses. Refer to our dilution chart for more detailed guidance on the proper use of essential oils:
ESSENTIAL OILS DILUTION GENERAL GUIDE
Notes from Our Aromatherapy Experts
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"Geranium Essential Oil will surprise you, not only with its scent but also with its quick effects on your skin. Whenever you need to add smoothness and firmness to your skin, geranium will deliver visible and rapid results."
Luís Rodero, Aromatherapy Expert
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Identification
Botanical Name: Pelargonium graveolens, Geraniaceae
Origin: Egypt
Extraction Method: Pure water steam distillation (without solvents or refining processes)
Distilled Part: Stems, leaves, and flowers
INCI: Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Safety
Keep out of reach of children and store locked away.
Some natural components of this essential oil may pose an allergy risk for some individuals. Always perform a tolerance test before using by applying a few drops to the inside of the elbow.
Topical Use: Suitable when diluted (maximum 2%)
Diffuser: Suitable
Phototoxicity: None
Sensitizing: No
Irritant: Yes, in high doses or undiluted
Naturally Occurring Allergens in this Essential Oil:
Limonene <0.5% Linalool <8.5% Geraniol <18% Citronellol <36%
Storage of Essential Oils
It is equally important to know how to store essential oils to ensure they remain in good condition and do not become toxic or irritating due to oxidation or contamination. Therefore, we recommend reading this small guide:
Storage of Essential Oils
Important
The information on oils provided by Essenciales is sourced from popular references and is intended for educational purposes only, without intending to offer or sell this product as a diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease. The International Federation of Aromatherapists does not recommend the ingestion or internal consumption of essential oils except under the strict supervision of a physician or qualified practitioner in aromatherapy and clinical phytotherapy. It is always recommended to dilute essential oils well. If you are pregnant, have epilepsy, liver insufficiency, or have a health problem, use essential oils only under medical prescription. Never use essential oils on children without proper knowledge or professional instructions.
Never ignore professional medical advice.
Essenciales does not provide medical advice or engage in the practice of medicine.
