Product Overview
Our certified organic (USDA, NOP) Egyptian Geranium (also known as Rose Geranium) is an exquisitely aromatic, soft yet full bodied oil that we highly recommend. It has a very fresh, herbaceous, light rose-like floral aroma with pronounced leafy green body notes – our greenest, freshest, and least sweet Geranium, reminiscent of fresh-picked leaves.
Geranium essential oil is stored in specialized glands throughout the green parts of this vigorous perennial. It is important to note that the main constituents may vary considerably according to the terroir of the distilled plant material, a phenomenon known as chemotype.[1] The main constituents found in our exceptional Egyptian Geranium are citronellol, geraniol, linalool and iso-menthone.[2]
Native to South Africa, the Pelargonium genus includes around 270 unique species and is considered one of the most adaptable in the botanical world. Producing a veritable symphony of aromatics, Geraniums boast scents of rose, ginger, apple, coconut, strawberry, mint, nutmeg, citrus, pepper and more that are released from glandular leaf hairs, or trichomes. This enormous diversity of aromatic constituents, created for adaptation to many different habitats, is almost unequaled in the plant kingdom.[3] The result is a remarkably versatile aroma with wide-ranging benefits.
Geranium essential oil is prized for its beneficial and astringent effects in skincare[4], particularly for oily and congested skin preparations, revitalizing serums for mature skin, scalp and hair formulations, after-shaves, and foot and leg lotions. The calming aroma is said to be both centering and sensual[5] with inspiring qualities. It is favored in women’s blends (especially with Clary Sage and Lavender), and its versatile nature makes it ideal for body and massage oils of numerous types.
Our Geranium, Egypt is ideal in aromatherapy blends, organic skincare, facial serums and masks, fresh colognes and green perfumes, linen sprays, deodorants, and anywhere a natural green and brightening lift is desired.
1 Rhind, Jennifer Peace. Essential Oils – A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice, 2012, p. 116.
2 Ibid, p. 157.
3 Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd ed., 2018, pp. 318.
4 Tisserand, Robert. The Art of Aromatherapy, 1977, p. 233.
5 Mojay, Gabriel. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, 1996, p. 133.
