GERANIUM BENEFITS

Surprisingly, geranium essential oil is produced from the leaf rather than the flower of this cheerful plant. The variety P. graveolens, or rose geranium, is the most widely cultivated for its oil. The oil has a cooling and balancing effect on the skin, making it suitable for dry or oily skin, or skin prone to acne. Its regenerative properties help to revive tired-looking skin.
Petals
Scented petals from the Pelargonium family add a faint citrusy flavor when scattered over salads and desserts.
Leaves
The leaves are deeply fragranced and can be used to make a sweet syrup to add to cakes, drinks, and desserts.
ESSENTIAL OIL
The green or amber-colored oil has a powerful, sweet, floral smell with fruity-minty undertones.
CREATE A SCENT
For a bright, feminine fragrance, try blending geranium oil with bergamot, grapefruit, patchouli, sandalwood, and rosewood oils.
PLANT
The leaves of this flowering plant are pressed to obtain a regenerative and antiseptic essential oil.
What is it good for?
Condition and soothe skin Suitable for all skin types, geranium oil has a balancing effect on the skin. It cools and moistens dry, irritated skin. Apply diluted essential oil to problem areas, but avoid on broken skin.
Repair and protect skin Diluted geranium oil is great for sunburned skin and scars. It also helps to heal wounds and ulcers. combats signs of aging The cellular regenerative properties of geranium oil are ideal for rejuvenating mature or wrinkled skin.
Combat oily skin and dandruff Geranium oil, as part of a skin toner or another facial product, can clean and revive sluggish or oily skin. Mix with a base oil and apply to your scalp to fight dandruff and balance the secretion of sebum. Leave for an hour, then wash as normal. treats acne The antiseptic and antiinflammatory properties of geranium oil help to control acne. Apply diluted essential oil to affected areas. combats head lice Try diluting 1-2 drops of geranium oil with unscented shampoo to help eliminate head lice.
Enhance sense of well-being A very pleasant oil to use in the bath or as a massage oil. It has a balancing effect on body and mind, which makes it a good antidepressant. aids detox Use geranium oil in massage— it has a general diuretic effect on the body, boosting the elimination of water and waste material, and reducing puffiness.

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