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Rose Geranium Essential Oil
(pelargonium
graveolens)
Characteristics
The Bourbon oil is
a greenish olive liquid with a
rosy, sweet, minty scent, preferred in perfumery work. A perennial
hairy shrub up to 3 feet high with pointed leaves, serrated at the
edges, and small pink flowers. The whole plant is aromatic.
Aromatherapy
and Skin Care
Acne, bruises,
broken capillaries, burns, congested
skin, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, hemorrhoids, lice, mature skin,
mosquito repellent, oily complexion, ringworm, ulcers, wounds, poor
circulation, sore throat, tonsillitis, menopausal problems, PMS,
nervous tension, stress related conditions, antidepressant,
antiflammatory, antiseptic, deodorant, diuretic, fungicidal, stimulant
Extraction
Essential oil by
steam distillation from the
leaves, stalks, and flowers.
Blends
Well With
Lavender,
Patchouli, Clove, Rose, Neroli,
Sandalwood, Jasmine, Juniper, Bergamot, and citrus oils
Cautions
Non-toxic,
non-irritant, generally non-sensitizing;
possibly contact dermatitis in hypersensitive individuals.
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