Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Egyptian geranium

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Regenerating, Egyptian Geranium essential oil is widely used for redness-prone skin. Its purifying compounds make Egyptian Geranium essential oil a leading skincare ingredient for skin that is uncomfortable or prone to imperfections. To purify the air, Egyptian Geranium essential oil produces a very pleasant round, flowery fragrance.

Soothing

Normal hair

Dry hair

Soothing

Normal hair

Dry hair

How to use

  • Skin application and massage

    Skin application and massage

    Suitable

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Appropriate

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Appropriate

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Appropriate

  • Food use

    Food use

    Appropriate

Features

Properties

Precautions

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Features

Production process

Complete steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Leaves

Botanical name

Pelargonium Graveolens cv Egypt

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

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Properties

Egyptian Geranium essential oil is traditionally used for: Rosacea , eczema, burns, fungal infections, insect and other animal bites, insect repellent.

Health

Beauty

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Properties

Egyptian Geranium essential oil is recognised for its health properties:

  • Powerful antifungal: studies have shown its effectiveness against certain fungal infections, including fungal stomatitis and specific strains of fungi

  • Scientifically recognised antibacterial activity

  • Traditionally used for minor bleeding and valued for its healing properties

  • Skin toning and astringent effect

  • Helps support the assimilation of sugars and starches

  • Studies highlight the analgesic and anti inflammatory potential of Rose Geranium essential oil

  • Active compounds such as (−)-10-epi-gamma-eudesmol are known for their mosquito repellent properties.

Uses

It is traditionally used in the following situations:

  • Weight loss, diabetes, water retention

  • General fatigue

  • Stretch marks (prevention)

  • Skin rashes

  • Fungal skin infections

  • Nosebleeds

  • Colitis of nervous origin

  • Rheumatism

In practice

For problem skin: Mix into your oil blend. Apply your mixture locally, massaging lightly into the area concerned.

Fatigue: Mix with your oil blend. Massage the mixture locally along the spine.

Synergies

  • Weight loss: Lemon, Juniper and Cedar essential oils.

  • Anti-smoking: Lavender, sage and Marjoram essential oils.

  • Diffusion: Lavender, Litsea Cubeba, Rosewood, Marjoram, Eucalyptus, Thyme essential oils

Precautions

  • Do not use on pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under 6 years of age, or people with epilepsy.

  • Keep out of reach of children.

  • Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.

  • Internal use reserved for therapists. Risk of drug interactions.

  • Always dilute for skin application.

  • Certain natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy in some sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic composition.

  • Avoid old or oxidised essential oils. Store away from light and air.

  • As a general rule, always test your preparation on the inside of your elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, please refer to the specific precautions.

Find out more

Native to southern Africa, pelargonium, also known as florist’s geranium, belongs to the Geraniaceae family. The name comes from the Greek word geranos, meaning crane, in reference to the shape of the plant’s fruit, which resembles the beak of this bird.

It was introduced to Europe at the end of the 16th century. Its delicate, fragrant flowers, in shades of pink, white and red, quickly became popular. The plant soon became highly fashionable at court and in the gardens of French châteaux.

Gardeners have tried their hand at numerous hybridisations over the centuries, and there are now more than 600 species of geranium. They are grown all over the world, particularly in China and North African countries, including Egypt.

Egyptian Geranium has the same properties as its Bourbon counterpart, but the Bourbon Geranium is preferred for its more delicate, flowery and sweet scent.

Very good. I am satisfied.

K
Katia

The best both as a mosquito repellent and when added to face cream preparations.

D
Donatella

great product.... i use it with a mix of other essential oils in the nebulizer, for a peaceful nights sleep...

L
Lisa

THE PRODUCTS ARE OF EXCELLENT QUALITY

H
Hugo

I love it

O
Oriane

Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.

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Dominique Baudoux - Editions Amyris