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Uses

  • In aromatherapy, geranium oil is used to treat acne, sore throat, anxiety, depression, and insomnia.
  • Its users are mainly for women due to its rosy smell and its beneficial effect on menstruation and menopause.
  • The essential oil can also uplift mood, lessen fatigue, and promote emotional wellness
  • Geranium oil also functions to reduce pain and inflammation. Its antiseptic properties can help speed up the healing of wounds and treat a variety of skin problems, such as burns, frostbite, fungal infections, athlete’s foot, and eczema.
  • Frequent travelers can use geranium oil as a natural insect repellent. Topical application can also help heal insect bites and stop itching. It may also be used as a massage oil to relieve aching muscles and stress.
  • Food – Geranium oil can be added to baked goods, frozen dairy, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, and candies.
  • Perfumery – Geranium oil has been use to create an artificial rose scent in fragrances and cosmetics.

Benefits

  • It causes your gums, muscles, intestines, skin, blood vessels, and tissues to contract due to its astringent properties. It prevents skin problems like sagging and wrinkling, and helps give your muscles a toned appearance.
  • It contains antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It can also prevent bacterial infections.
  • It can help eliminate the appearance of scars and dark spots by improving blood circulation just below the surface of the skin and promoting an equal distribution of melanin.
  • It can help speed up the healing of wounds by triggering blood clotting. This also stops toxins from reaching your bloodstream through open wounds.
  • It assists in detoxification by increasing the rate of urination. This process of elimination does not only remove toxins from your body, but also aids in your digestive function and helps inhibit the excess gas in your intestines.
  • It can serve as a deodorant due to its fragrant scent. It can also cure body odor due to its antibacterial action.

Cautions

  • Because it’s non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing, geranium oil does not cause side effects. However, it may cause allergies and sensitivities in some people. If you are looking for essential oils that offer the same therapeutic benefits as geranium oil does, your options include lavender oil, orange oil, lemon oil, and jasmine oil.To be on the safe side, consult your physician before using any essential oils for medicinal purposes.

Other Names

Pelargonium graveolens

References

Source: Mercola, http://articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/geranium-oil.aspx

Organic Facts, https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-geranium-essential-oil.html

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