Name: Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)
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Odour intensity: High
Aroma: A sweet, rosy, herbaceous odour
Description:, A spreading shrub with pointed, serrated leaves and small pink flowers.
Extraction: Distilled from the leaves, stalks and flowers
Aromatherapy uses: A popular oil, with a wide number of uses
Nervous System: Has a sedative and uplifting effect which makes it excellent for regulating the nervous system. Maybe used in a bath, massage or vaporiser to relieve stress.
Skin: A balancing oil, good for all skin types, with astringent, anti-inflammatory and sin healing properties.
Detoxification: A diuretic and stimulating effect on the lymphatic system. Beneficial for treating cellulite, fluid retention and oedema.
Reproductive system: Regulating and balancing of the hormones, able to relieve premenstrual tension and menopause.
Safety: Non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitising, however, there are some case of contact dermatitis in hyper sensitive individuals.
Suggested Blends:
Sunny diffuser blend: Geranium 1 drop, Petitgrain 1 drop, Sweet orange 1 drop
Blends well with:
Orange, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Petitgrain, Patchouli, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Vetivert, Ylang ylang, Lavender