Geranium Bourbon Essential Oil 10ML
Geranium bourbon essential oil has a strong floral aroma and a hint of mint, and is cleansing and uplifting.
Size:
10ML
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How to use?
4-5 drops in bath, on tissue or in a vaporiser. 15 drops in 50ml carrier.
WARNING – do not apply undiluted or internally. Keep away from children and eyes. Store in cool, dark place.
| Latin Name | Pelargonium graveolens |
| Synonyms | Geranium Bourbon |
| Plant family | Geraniaceae |
| Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Origin | France |
| Plant characteristics | It is a hairy perennial shrub, often used in hedgerows, and stand up to about one meter high (3 feet) with pointed leaves, serrated at the edges and has pinkish-white flowers. |
| Oil characteristics | Geranium Bourbon is a strong smelling oil with a floral aroma and a hint of mint, greenish yellow in colour. |
| Traditional use | The plants originated from South Africa as well as Reunion, Madagascar, Egypt and Morocco and were introduced to European countries such as Italy, Spain and France in the 17th century. |
| Blends well with | Basil, bergamot, clary sage, fennel, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, neroli essential oils |
| Cautions and comments | Geranium oil is not recorded as indicating any side effects since it is non-toxic, non-irritant and generally non-sensitizing. It can cause sensitivity in some people and due to its balancing effects. |
| Main chemical constituents | Citronellol, Geraniol, Citronellyl-Formiate, Geranyl-Formiate, Geranial, Neral. |