Product Name | Geranium oil |
HS Code | 33012100 |
Botanical Source | Pelargonium graveolens (Family: Geraniaceae) |
Extraction Method | Hydro / Steam distillation |
Physical Properties | |
Color | Liquid, pale yellow to green |
Odour | Green, leafy-rosy, with a pronounced fruity-minty undertone and a rich, long-lasting, sweet rosy dry out. |
Suggested Use | In Perfumery, Flavours & Aromatherapy |
Country of Origin | India |
What is Geranium Essential Oil?
Known for its sweet, tenacious-floral scent, Geranium essential oil is extracted from the stems, leaves, and flowers of the geranium plant. Geranium essential oil is often been used in rose-like blends as a substitute for the rose oil. Pelargonium graveolens is the Geranium species that is mostly cultivated for the extraction of the sweet-smelling Geranium essential oil.
Surprising Health Benefits of Geranium Essential Oil
Geranium essential oil is widely used as a tool in aromatherapy. Sourced from the flowers and leaves of the Pelargonium graveolens plant, geranium essential oil has rich medicinal characteristics that offer a variety of health benefits.
- Promotes clear, healthy skin
- Helps calm nerves and lessen stress
- Promotes healthy hair
Blending Properties:
Geranium essential oil blends well with all essential oils. Depending on your uses for this oil, substitutes may include: Frankincense, Ylang Ylang oil, Lavender essential oil, Rose oil, or Bergamot essential oils.
Chemical Composition of Geranium Essential Oil:
Geranium oil is complex in composition and differs (is characteristic) by origin. The primary characteristics of the two major sources on the market, Egyptian and Chinese are:
Constituent | Chinese type | Egyptian type |
Citronellol | 32-43% | 25-36% |
Geraniol | 5-12% | 10-18% |
6,9-Guaiadiene | 3-7% | up to 0.5% |
10-Epi-γ-Eudesmol | none | 3-6% |
Why you should buy from us?
We are one of the best wholesalers of essential oils from India. We at Essential Oils Wholesaler, manufacture pure grade oils at our manufacturing unit based in Kannauj, India. We offer 100% pure natural oil to our clients globally.
Frequently asked questions about Geranium essential oil.
- What is geranium essential oils good for?
Geranium essential oil has been used to treat health conditions for centuries. There is scientific data indicating that it may be beneficial for a number of conditions, such as anxiety, depression, infection, and pain management. It’s thought to have antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- How do you use geranium oil on your face?
Used in topical applications, Geranium Oil’s astringency makes it beneficial for tightening skin that is affected by symptoms of aging, such as wrinkles. To firm the appearance of sagging skin, simply add 2 drops of Geranium Essential Oil to a face cream and apply it twice daily until there are visible results.
- Is geranium essential oil good for sleep?
These two essential oils have similar floral scents, and both have been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, on their own and in combination with other essential oils. Some sleep experts recommend valerian as an essential oil for sleep aromatherapy.
- Is geranium oil good for wrinkles?
Reduce Wrinkles
Geranium oil’s astringent effect allows skin tissues to tighten and contract, significantly reducing the appearance of wrinkles. It also has antioxidant effects to slow down skin aging, helping you look younger. This oil is such a simple addition to your skin care rituals.
- What is the smell of geranium?
Geraniums smell green floral with lemon and rose undertones. It is often described as a masculine rose scent. Spicy undertones such as peppermint and bergamot are also distinguishable in the smell of geranium.
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