Geranium Oil

Geranium Oil, distilled from the leaves and stems of the Pelargonium graveolens plant, is a cherished essential oil celebrated for its sweet, floral aroma with herbaceous undertones. This versatile oil is obtained through steam distillation, capturing the essence of geranium's fragrant components, widely appreciated in the world of aromatherapy, natural skincare, and perfumery.

Geranium Oil is also sold as Rose Geranium Oil or Pelargonium Oil. The scent is sweet and rosy with a green, minty lift, which is why it is often chosen to give blends and perfumes a rose character. Geranium is a fragrant garden plant with soft, lobed leaves, and the oil is collected from the leaves and stems.

In aromatherapy, Geranium Oil is esteemed for its harmonizing, floral character. Its gentle, floral scent is a popular choice for creating an uplifting, balanced atmosphere when diffused.

The composition of Geranium Oil, rich in citronellol, geraniol, and linalool, gives it its distinctive floral, herbaceous character.

Common Uses: Geranium Oil is incorporated into skincare formulations for its pleasant floral scent. It's also used in massage oil blends and in hair care products for its fragrance.

Blends well with: Lavender, Rose, Bergamot, and Clary Sage, as well as citrus and other floral oils. These combinations leverage Geranium Oil's floral and herbaceous notes, creating aromatic blends.

Aromatic Scent: Geranium Oil offers a sweet, rosy aroma with green, herbaceous notes, providing a comforting and uplifting olfactory experience.

How to use it

Use it in a diffuser, in natural perfume and soap making, or diluted in a carrier oil for a massage or body oil. Technique tip: pair it with lavender or bergamot for a balanced floral blend, and add it one drop at a time because its rosy note is strong and can crowd out softer oils. For external aromatic use only; dilute in a carrier oil before skin use, and keep away from eyes and out of reach of children.

Botanical Name: Pelargonium graveolens

Plant Part: Leaves and stems