1. Skincare Marvel:
Balancing Oil Production: Geranium oil is renowned for regulating oil production, making it suitable for dry and oily skin. It helps balance sebum, promoting a healthier complexion.
Mix 4 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of coconut oil, and massage into the face and neck. Alternatively, add 3 drops to your moisturizer each morning, and carry out your skincare regime as normal.
Anti-Inflammatory: Its anti-inflammatory properties may soothe irritated skin, making it beneficial for conditions like acne, eczema, and dermatitis.
Cell Regeneration: Geranium oil is believed to support cell regeneration, aiding in the healing of scars, wounds, and skin imperfections.
Mix 2 drops of geranium with ½ teaspoon (2,5ml) of coconut oil, and gently massage directly over the scar. Repeat twice per day. Geranium oil has excellent cicatrisant properties making scars fade over time with regular use.
Deodorant: Mix 15 drops of geranium with ¼ cup (50g) baking soda, and rub onto the armpits. If you use for instant Alum organic deodorant spray, add 5 drops to the bottle.Geranium oil contains antibacterial properties, which help to kill the germs that create body odor.
2. Emotional Well-Being:
Mood Enhancer: Geranium oil has a delightful floral scent that can uplift the mood and promote emotional well-being. It is known for its calming and balancing effects.
Stress Reduction: Inhaling the aroma of geranium oil may help reduce stress and anxiety, and promote a sense of relaxation.
Diffuse 6 drops of geranium in an aroma diffuser, this will help alleviate mood swings and restore calm to the mind and body.
3. Sleep disorders:
Place 2 drops on the pillow before bedtime, or diffuse 4 drops 1 hour before bedtime in an aroma diffuser. Geranium oil helps to balance the nervous system and calms an overactive mind, which often interferes with a peaceful night’s sleep.
4. Hormonal Balance:
Balancing hormones: Geranium essential oil is sometimes used to help balance hormones, particularly during times of menstrual cycle irregularities, cramps, mood swings, or menopause. It is also said to be helpful for people with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Mix 5 drops with 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil, and massage into the abdomen. You can also diffuse 5 drops of the oil in an aroma diffuser.
For menopause, geranium oil helps to balance the secretion of female hormones by regulating the adrenal cortex. Mix 4 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil, and massage into the feet. Or dilute 6 drops in 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil, and add to a warm bath.
5. Insect Repellent:
Natural Bug Repellent: The aroma of geranium oil is known to repel insects, making it a natural choice for those looking to avoid chemical-laden repellents. Use it to keep mosquitoes, flies, and other pests at bay.
Diffuse 6 drops of geranium in an aroma diffuser. Mix 4 drops of geranium in 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil, and apply to the parts of your body without clothes to repel mosquitos.
6. Hair Care:
Healthy Scalp: Geranium oil, when added to hair care products or carrier oils, can contribute to a healthy scalp, potentially addressing issues like dandruff.
Add 3 drops of geranium to the amount of shampoo you use for one wash and massage into the scalp. Let it sit for a couple of minutes and rinse.
7. Anti-Inflammatory and Analgesic:
Muscle and Joint Relief: Geranium oil's anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties may offer relief from muscle and joint pain, including arthritis.
Mix 3 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil, and massage over the area of concern. For headaches, inhale deeply from the bottle 2-3 times, or add 1 drop to ½ teaspoon (2,5ml) carrier oil and massage it on your temples, back of the neck, and your wrists.
Always ensure that you use essential oils safely by diluting them in a carrier oil before applying them to the skin, and perform a patch test to check for sensitivities. If you have specific health concerns or conditions, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before using essential oils.
Use: Food flavoring (FEMA n°: 2508 / CoE n°: 324n)
Food dosage : 1 drop in a dish for 5 people (never exceed 2%)
Always use essential oil diluted in a suitable medium (example: vegetable oil, honey, etc.)
Soluble in alcohol, fatty substances (vegetable oils and butters) and emulsions (creams).
Insoluble in water. It is however possible to use it as a mixture in these types of products but pre-mixed with Solubol (in this case you must add 4 times more solubol than essential oil).