Aromatherapy Essential Oil of Geranium

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Essential Oil of Geranium (Pelargonium odorantissimum) Abbr: Ger    [to top of page]
The perennial hairy shrub grows up to 1 metre high. It has pointed leaves, serrated at the edges and small, pink flowers. The whole plant is aromatic.
Note: Middle.
Odour of Essential Oil of Geranium: Sweet and minty.
Colour of Essential Oil of Geranium: Light green.
Source of Essential Oil of Geranium: Leaves, stalks and flowers.
Method of Extraction of Geranium: Steam distillation.
Properties of Essential Oil of Geranium: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticoagulant, Antidepressant, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Astringent, Deodorant, Diuretic, Fungicide, Hypoglycemic, Sedative, Stimulant, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.
Actions of Essential Oil of Geranium: Anti-depressant, insect repellent.
Circulatory: Circulation - sluggish, fluid retention, gout, hemorrhage.
Digestion: Liver problems, tooth abcess, ulcers.
Endocrine: Endocrine function, menopause, pre-menstrual syndrome.
Genito-Urinary: Fluid retention, kidney stones, menstrual problems, pre-menstrual syndrome, urinary tract infection.
Lymphatic: Cellulite, lymph congestion, water retention.
Nervous: Anxiety, depression, irritability, headache, headache - migraine, neuralgia, stress related problems.
Skin: Acne, broken capillaries, bruises, burns, dermatitis, eczema, lice, ringworm, shingles, skin - dry, skin - oily, skin disorders, skin tone, wrinkles.
Mental/Emotional Symptoms: Anxiety, calming, depression, tension.
Contra-Indications for Geranium: Pregnancy. May cause wakefulness in large doses.
Comments on Geranium: Romantic yet practical, Geranium is rose-like in scent and is often used as a fragrance.~Native to South Africa and widely cultivated in Russia, China and Egypt, geraniums and the oil derived from them have become increasingly popular.~Egypt is widely recognized as having the finest conditions for harvesting this oil.~The sweet aroma aids the body in achieving an over-all feeling of peace and health, enhancing skin tone, and reacting to sickness.~Geranium blends well with Lavender and other floral oils and is delightful when blended with citrus oils and may aid in repelling insects.~Geranium's aromatic influence encourages feelings of emotional security and hormonal balance.~Supports the digestive, liver, circulatory and nervous systems.~It is also an effective support for the epidermis, especially for acne associated with teenage years, and assists menopausal and PMS problems.

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