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Geranium Essential Oil
Geranium essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the Pelargonium graveolens herb.
- helpful for skin problems like eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and shingles.
- has astringent, anti-septic, anti-depressant, anti-biotic, anti-spasmodic, anti-infectious and insecticidal properties.
- is beneficial for acne, athlete’s foot, bruises, burns, depression, lice, nervous tension, PMS and wounds.
- suitable for both oily and dry skin.
- best to avoid during pregnancy and can cause sensitivity in some individuals.
- is a greenish-yellow color and has a slighty minty, rose-like, herbaceous scent.
- blends nicely with basil, bay, citronella, orange, fennel, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, rose, bergamot, clary sage, sandalwood, lavender, chamomile, lemon, lemongrass, neroli and nutmeg.
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This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.
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