Geranium essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves, stalks and flowers of the Geranium plant - a hairy, aromatic, perennial shrub that grows best in warm climates. The plant originated in South Africa, but now flourishes in many other countries, with the main producers of Geranium oil being Algeria, China, Egypt, France, India, Réunion and Morocco.The aroma and colour of the essential oil will vary depending on the country of origin and other factors such as age of plant and time of harvesting.
A member of the Pelargonium genus of flower species, geraniums are grown for their beauty and as a staple of the perfume industry. While there are over 200 different varieties of Pelargonium flowers, only a few are used as essential oils. Uses of Geranium essential oil date back to ancient Egypt when Egyptians used Geranium oil to beautify skin and for other benefits. In the Victorian era, fresh geranium leaves were placed at formal dining tables as decorative pieces and to be consumed as a fresh sprig if
desired; in fact, the edible leaves and flowers of the plant are often used in desserts, cakes, jellies, and teas. As an essential oil, Geranium has been used to promote the appearance of clear skin and healthy hair—making it ideal for skin and hair care products. It also helps calm nerves and lessens feelings of stress. Geranium is also known to naturally repel insects.
It needs a lot of different fragrances to make a perfume, but an ingredient such as geranium oil from Yunnan is the key ingredients. Yunnan is said to be the home to more than 400 species of natural spices with geranium oil, as main ingredient for perfumes is about 120 tons and accounts for half of the global trade. Geranium essential oil Yunnan is originated from Yunnan province of China and the oil is extracted through steam distillation from the stem and leaves of geranium plant. The oil is a strong smelling with a floral aroma and a hint of mint. The oil has been used for stirring the spirit, easing nervous tension, calming the mind and negative emotions.
The aroma of this oil from Egypt is both relaxing and refreshing, and is regarded by therapists for easing stress, depression, anxiety, tension and menopausal problems.
Widely used in creams, blended into a massage oil or directly in the bath. Geranium essential oil is good for eczema, burns, healing wounds, cellulite, ringworm and hemorrhoids. It is also used as an insect repellent especially good for mosquitoes and used in head lice remedies as well as a popular ingredient in soaps and perfumes.
Aromatherapy use:
acne, astringent, bruises, broken capillaries, burns, cellulitis, poor circulation, cuts, dermatitis, diabetes, diarrhea, eczema, edema, hemorrhoids, hormonal imbalance, insomnia, jaundice, kidney stones, lice, liver congestion, menopause, mosquito repellant, neuralgia, oily skin, ringworm, shingles, sore throat, spider veins, stress, tonsillitis
Chemical Composition
The Chemical Composition of geranium oil includes geranyl butyrate, a-pinene, myrcene, citronellol, limonene, geranyl acetate, menthone and linalool.