Health Benefits:

Geranium’s versatility as an essential oil is well known among perfumers and aromatherapists alike. As a premier cooling oil, rose geranium ably assists in supporting a healthy inflammatory response and promotes skin regeneration.  This uplifting oil has an overall balancing effect which extends to the skin, where it helps to regulate the secretion of sebum, thereby stabilizing both oily and dry skin conditions and keeping skin supple. Its endocrine supporting properties, operating analogously to its effect on the skin, can also ease a woman's monthly cycle. It has a general diuretic effect and balances water systems in the body, supporting the elimination of excess water and waste material. This oil stimulates the lymphatic system and promotes natural detoxification, and is also an effective insect repellant.

Calming and grounding, rose geranium helps to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. Its balancing effect on the adrenal cortex promotes a strong nervous system and it is thus considered an excellent choice to uplift the mood and promote feelings of well being. It’s stimulating properties lift the spirit and promote sensual feeling.

How to Use:

Geranium essential oil can be applied topically, as a compress, in the bath, through direct inhalation, or diffuser.

Use two drops rose geranium in direct palm inhalation to uplift the mood and spirit.

Add several drops to facial creams to care for clogged pores and oily skin.

Blend in marula oil to promotes skin health.

Add several drops rose geranium to shampoo to help support elimination of head lice.

Diffuse rose geranium to support calm and relaxation, and for an overall energizing effect.

Rose Geranium Oil Recipes:

Leg Vein Health blend (for supporting circulation):  2 drops yarrow, 2 drops cypress, 2 drops geranium, 2 drops chamomile in 1/2 oz. carrier oil, dotted on affected areas

Facial cream for combination skin: 3 drops ylang ylang, 3 drops geranium, 2 drops rosewood blended into 1/2 oz. of your favorite facial moisturizer

More Information:

There are about 700 different varieties of geranium, yet only 10 supply essential oil in viable quantities. The common and recognizable garden variety does not produce sufficient oil for extraction. Rose geranium originated in Africa, where it has a long history of use in treating burns and skin eruptions. It was introduced to European countries Italy, Spain and France in the 17th century. Historically, geranium was planted inside homes to keep evil spirits at bay.

Currently geranium is used as flavoring in the food and beverage industries, as well as in perfumes and other cosmetics.

Safety Guidelines:

Safety Considerations for Rose Scented Geranium Oil:

Non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritant. Because of its hormone balancing properties, it is best to avoid geranium oil during pregnancy. Do not take geranium essential oil internally.

Aromatic Profile & Blending:

Aromatic Profile and Blending of Rose Geranium Oil:

Perfumery Note: Middle
Odor:  Rosy, sweet, green herbaceous, citrusy, powdery, earthy
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Dry out:  Fine, minty, rosaceous with good tenacity

Blends well with: Citrus oils such as grapefruit, lime, and bergamot; also angelica, carrot seed, and tulsi; and florals like rose, jasmine, and lavender

Product Details:

Botanical Name: Pelargonium roseum
Family:  Geraniaceae
Composition: 100% Pure Rose Geranium oil
Origin: South Africa
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Cultivation/Harvesting: Certified Organic
Plant Part: Aerial parts
Color: Colorless to pale yellow yellowish green
Consistency: Mobile
Yield:  .03 - 2.5%

Bottle Size: 1/2 oz. (15 ml)

Why Buy From Floracopeia:

Floracopeia was established to help preserve and promote the use of botanical medicines as solutions to the widespread ecological destruction taking place in the world, and the loss of medicinal plants on which traditional medical systems depend. We provide our customers with the highest quality essential oils and other botanical aromatic treasures through the promotion of ecological sustainability, organic agriculture, and agro-forestry projects.

Our products are acclaimed for their therapeutic-grade, high quality at affordable prices. We provide artisanal quality oils produced by small family-based distillers. We buy directly from farmers and distillers, thus supporting the local economies in which the plants are grown. We do not buy oils from the world-brokers. Floracopeia is founded with a strong medical orientation and is involved in a number of global eco-projects based in grass roots health care, spirituality, reforestation projects, and the preservation and restoration of ethno-botanical culture.