botanical name : pelargonium graveolens

source : china

plant : flower

collection method :steam distillation

described in harper lee’s classic “to kill a mockingbird”, mayella ewell keeps red geraniums in jars outside her house believing a symbol of her aspiration for a better life while in taoist china, it symbolizes immortality. obtained by distillation of leaves, geranium oil is characterized by its green rich and long lasting fruity-mint odor with a subtle touch of a rose with the anti-oxidant benefits to calm the environmental stress and inflammatory.

benefit
skincare: acne, bruises, broken capillaries, burns, congested skin, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, hemorrhoids, lice, oily complexion, mature skin, mosquito repellent, ringworm, ulcers, wounds.
circulation muscles and joints: cellulitis, engorgement of breasts, oedema, poor circulation.
respiratory system: sore throat, tonsillitis.
genito-urinary and endocrine systems: adrenocortical glands and menopausal problems, omt.
nervous system: nervous tension, neuralgis and stress-related conditions.
work well with
add the sparkling touch from citrus family like lime or orange while tone down its green facet by blending with rosemary or cedar, your geranium will be customized.

direction to use
skincare and personal care - dilute with carrier oils before applying to the skin.
home fragrance - dilute with mixing bases for reed diffuser, burner, and home spray.

storage
keep in a tightly closed and dark glass or aluminium container and store at temperature below 20 °c. avoid the direct sunlight or exposure to high voltage electrical lighting. after opening, use up as early as possible.

cautions
generally nontoxic, non-irritant, nonsensitizing. however, in concentration can irritate the skin. should be diluted before apply on skin.