What’s in Geranium?

Geranium is a bushy, evergreen perennial herb. It has light round green leaves with a curve like edge, and an alluring apple aroma. Geranium is also referred to have Pelargonium Graveolens, and can be located in high to low altitudes in meadows, and Spruce and Aspen woodlands. The herb can have few sparse stems, leaves, and very few flowers. In addition, they can also be very luxurious, thick and shrub-like which goes well with dozens of flowers.

Geranium has minty undertones with an appealing rose-like aroma. Most importantly, it has been used in many skin care products as it provides balancing properties to both oily and dry complexions. To supplement their effects, it is necessary that you add a few drops of geranium to your face cleanser. Distilled geranium oil is obtained from Pelargonium Graveolens leaves which are imported from Egypt. This type of geranium is popularly used by aroma therapists. You can use Geranium for whatever skin condition you may have, and it can also be helpful with menopausal problems (depression etc), and menstrual tension.

Geranium and Aromatherapy benefits:

As mentioned above, geranium can be used for skin care, as it clears dull and congested skin while at the same time balancing the skin’s production of sebum. Additionally, geranium has astringent, anti-depressant, antiseptic, diuretic, tonic, vulnerary, haemostatic and deodorant qualities. Moreover, geranium essential oil has a significant and healthy effect on the nervous and mind system. In addition, it relieves depression and anxiety problems, and due to its balancing characteristic and effect on the hormonal system, it can help solve menopausal problems and heavy menstrual flow. Geranium is also very beneficial for the liver, lymphatic system and the kidney.

Doctors have recommended Geranium for individuals who suffer from aromatherapy, dull skin, menopause, acne, cellulites, gastroenteritis, haemorrhage and oily skin conditions. It has a fresh and alluring scent that are ideal for aromatherapy, which you can relatively use individually (by itself) or with other natural scents. Preferably, geranium oil which has a bitter taste is commonly taken internally in small drop amounts.

Geranium Precautions:

• The Geranium oils are highly concentrated, so it is recommended that they be used and treated with respect and care. Thus, the user must be knowledgeable about geranium actions and properties before deciding to use it.
• It is necessary that you follow and read all label cautions and warnings.
• Keep oils away from mucous membranes and eyes.
• If burning redness, irritation, and itching occur, immediately stop using geranium oils.

So as you can see, geranium can be used for quite a number of things. With its balancing effects, they are considered to be the ideal herb to alleviate skin problems, liver, menopause and menstrual problems. As aromatherapy itself, it can be applied directly or in mixture with a variety of natural scents. However, when using geranium, it is best that you consider the precautions first and ask your doctor if you can use this particular herb to your satisfaction.