Aroma-Zone Rose Geranium essential oil

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With its blend of rose, citrus, and herbal notes, geranium essential oil offers antioxidant, astringent, and purifying benefits for all skin types. In cosmetics, it is an ideal active ingredient for reducing wrinkles, refining skin texture, and promoting healing.

By Marion Alves de Oliveira

Updated on 6/12/2026Reading time: 0 min.

Rose Geranium essential oil Aroma-Zone Profile

INCI Name

Egyptian Geranium: Pelargonium graveolens CV Egypt

Bourbon Geranium: Pelargonium graveolens CV Bourbon

Part of the plant used: Leaves (and stems)

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

Complete steam distillation.

BIOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Monoterpenols (40–65%): citronellol (approx. 25–37%), geraniol (approx. 10–18%), linalool (3–6%)

Esters (20–30%): citronellyl formate, geranyl formate

Ketones (5–10%): isomenthone, menthone.

ITS ACTIVE MOLECULES

Geraniol has powerful skin-purifying properties

Citronellol provides antioxidant and astringent properties, making it useful in anti-aging skincare to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, as well as in skincare for oily skin to tighten enlarged pores.

Rose Geranium essential oil: Scientifically Proven Efficiency

A study conducted in 2014 evaluated the antimicrobial activity of rose geranium essential oil against various bacteria, including Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, as well as fungi such as Candida albicans. Inhibitory effects were observed against all tested organisms, in some cases comparable to those of standard antibiotics. Rose geranium essential oil has well-documented anti-infectious properties.

Skin Tolerance

A Note from Adeline Nalin, Head Pharmacist and Toxicologist at Aroma-Zone

“The Organic Bourbon Geranium Essential Oil is renowned for its toning and regenerating properties and is well-tolerated by the skin when used at a maximum concentration of 2% in cosmetic preparations, such as massage oils. Like all essential oils, it naturally contains allergenic compounds (limonene, citral, linalool, geraniol, citronellol). Due to possible individual sensitivities, caution is advised when using it: it is recommended to perform a preliminary skin test of the final preparation containing the essential oils on the inner elbow 48 hours before any application. Its use is not recommended for very sensitive skin or skin prone to atopic conditions. It is also not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under 6 years of age, or people with epilepsy.”

Adeline Nalin - Head Pharmacist and Toxicologist

A Plant Extract Safe for Your Health

A Note from Our Aroma-Zone Toxicologist

"A rigorous safety protocol is applied to all our essential oils, taking into account the specific chromatograms for each batch.

Although the risk of skin sensitization cannot be completely ruled out, it is managed through the application of a methodology recognized in the fragrance industry, based on a Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA). This approach allows us to define maximum usage concentrations aimed at achieving a negligible level of risk.

Finally, precautions for use are listed on all our essential oils: they advise against their use by the most sensitive populations and also specify appropriate storage conditions to prevent oxidation.”

Adeline Nalin - Head Pharmacist and Toxicologist

A Note from the Phytotherapist

“Rose geranium essential oil is the premier essential oil for skincare. Its scent is more popular than that of Tea tree, which Geranium rivals in effectiveness against pimples! With astringent and anti-collagenase properties, this essential oil helps reduce the signs of aging and remains very affordable. Finally, its hemostatic action will stop bleeding from a cut, whether during shaving or while cooking. In short, an essential for self-care.”

Caroline Gayet - Phytotherapist

For Which Skin Types?

Rose Geranium essential oil is suitable for dull skin, mature skin, damaged skin, oily skin, and acne-prone skin.

Which Concerns Does This Address?

Wrinkles, fine lines, anti-aging care, scars, care for stretch marks, minor wounds, small cuts, oily skin, acne-prone skin, insect bites.

What Rose Geranium essential oil Does for the Skin

Skin toner, astringent
Healing, regenerating
Hemostatic (stops minor bleeding)
Powerful purifier.

Rose Geranium essential oil : an essential ingredient for the skin

Organic Bourbon Geranium Essential Oil

Astringent and toning, Aroma-Zone Organic Bourbon Geranium Essential Oil is particularly valued in cosmetics for supporting the balance of combination to oily skin and contributing to a clearer complexion. Its high content of monoterpenols gives it purifying and cleansing properties that are beneficial for skin prone to blemishes or uneven texture.

Its subtle, rosy, and delicately floral scent also makes it a highly appreciated sensory ingredient in facial care products and massage oils.

Discover Organic Bourbon Geranium Essential Oil

Precautions

Not recommended for pregnant and/or breastfeeding women, children under 6 years of age, and people with epilepsy.

May be irritating in high doses; always dilute well before applying to the skin.

FAQ

Rose Geranium essential oil contains a high proportion of monoterpenols, including citronellol, a molecule known for its antioxidant properties. In cosmetics, this action helps protect the skin from oxidative stress and preserve the complexion’s radiance.

It is also valued for its astringent properties, which help tighten pores and refine skin texture. These properties make it a valuable ingredient in skincare products designed for mature skin or skin in need of radiance, as a complement to a tailored skincare routine.

In cosmetics, Rose Geranium essential oil should always be diluted in a vegetable oil or a suitable neutral carrier. It can be incorporated at a concentration of up to 2% in a skin care formulation, such as a cream, treatment oil, gel, or lotion.

Example: To improve the appearance of a scar, add 3 to 5 drops of rose geranium essential oil to 10 ml of Rosehip Vegetable Oil, then apply the mixture to the affected area.

To make a face cream for acne-prone skin, 15 drops can be diluted in 50 ml of Hydrating Neutral Cream.

No, Rose Geranium essential oil is not known to be photosensitizing. However, it is still recommended to avoid direct sun exposure immediately after applying a formula containing essential oils and to use appropriate sunscreen if exposed to the sun.

A cosmetic-grade Rose Geranium essential oil meets specific criteria for traceability and purity.

The designation “Botanically and Biochemically Defined Essential Oil” (HEBBD) guarantees rigorous identification of the botanical species (Pelargonium graveolens), the part of the plant used, and the characteristic biochemical profile.

It must be :

100% pure, meaning free of other similar essential oils, 100% natural, undenatured with synthetic molecules, 100% whole, undiluted, undeterpenated, and unrectified.

These criteria ensure compliance with the natural composition resulting from distillation and serve as an essential quality benchmark for cosmetic use.

Spotlight on our specialist editor, Marion Alves De Oliveira

Marion is a Doctor of Pharmacy, naturopath, and life coach. After twelve years in the cosmetics industry, she now guides her clients toward holistic balance and a more mindful lifestyle, drawing on her expertise in sustainable food practices. As the creator of a podcast, she shares her insights to promote a philosophy of living that respects both health and the environment.

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