Rose geranium belongs to the genus of geraniums, the common red-flowered plant often seen delicately spilling over window boxes. It's from the leaves and stem of this rose-scented flower that the popular essential oil is derived. It is often used as a replacement for the more expensive pure rose oil, and can be found in many soaps, cosmetics and perfumes.
Plant Part Used
Flowers, leaves and stems
Extraction Method
Steam distillation
Aroma
Medium strength. Sweetly floral, sometimes minty and rose-like in aroma.
Benefits
Promotes stability and balance. Supports healthy skin.
Blends Well With
Bergamot, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Clove, Cypress, Ginger, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
History of Rose Geranium
The popularity of rose geranium took off during the Victorian Era. It was often kept in pots in parlors and dining rooms to offer a fresh revival of the senses and to be used in finger bowls during fancy dining occasions. Rose geranium oil is produced around the world: on the African continent and in Reunion where the oil tends to be darker and heavier in aroma; and in Russia and China where the oil tends to be greener and fresher in aroma.
Using Rose Geranium Oil
All essential oil blends are for aromatherapy use only and are not for ingesting!
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15 drops Rose Geranium Oil
3 drops Eucalyptus Oil
2 drops Citronella Oil
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6 drops Rose Geranium Oil
4 drops Bergamot Oil
20 mL Jojoba Carrier Oil
Aromatherapy Uses
Bath
Add 5-10 drops to hot bathwater
Shower
Sprinkle 5-10 drops into the shower steam before stepping in
Massage
8-10 drops of essential oil per 1 ounce of carrier oil
Inhalation
Inhale directly or use with a burner or diffuser
DIY Projects
This oil can be used in your homemade candles, soaps and other body care products.
