Geranium Essential Oil

Geranium essential oil is extracted from the leaves and stems of the Pelargonium graveolens plant, commonly known as the geranium plant. It has been used for centuries in aromatherapy and for its numerous health benefits, including its skin care benefits.

One of the primary benefits of geranium essential oil for the skin is its ability to balance sebum production. Sebum is the natural oil produced by the skin, and when it becomes imbalanced, it can lead to skin problems such as acne, dryness, and oiliness. Geranium essential oil helps to regulate sebum production, keeping the skin balanced and healthy.

Geranium essential oil is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties, making it useful in treating a variety of skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. It can help to reduce redness, irritation, and inflammation, and may even help to promote faster healing of the skin.

In addition to its balancing and anti-inflammatory properties, geranium essential oil is also a natural astringent. This means that it can help to tighten and tone the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It can also help to minimize the appearance of pores, making it a great addition to any skin care routine.

Overall, geranium essential oil is a versatile and beneficial oil for the skin, offering balancing, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties. It can be a great addition to any skin care routine, helping to promote healthy, radiant skin.

BOTANICAL NAME: Pelargonium (from Greek pelargos meaning stork, making reference to the storksbill-like fruit) graveolens (aromatic)

EXTRACTION: Steam distillation

DESCRIPTION: The rose geranium, or Pelargonium graveolens, is a flower native to the Cape and Northern Provinces of South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. This plant is a medium-sized shrub and produces pale pink to off-white flowers.  The strength of the smell of geranium plants vary, however most have a strong rosy lemon scent.  Geranium essential oil has a sweet and herbaceous scent and is a thin light yellow to greenish yellow in colour. It contains citronellol and beta-caryophyllene, which have antioxidant properties. 

KEY COMPONENTS: Citronellol, geraniol and caryophyllene oxide 

FOUND IN: Petal Purity Facial Cleanser, Petal Purity Exfoliating Facial Cleanser, Bath Cube - Spruce Flora, Bath Salt - Spruce Flora