Geranium
Pelargonium graveolens
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Plant part:
Essential oil is extracted from the leaves.
Therapeutic Properties:
- cleansing for entire body + uplifting for the mind
- alleviates depression + anxiety
- use for cold + flu
- helps with pre-menstrual + menopausal symptoms
- antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory (cooling), antispasmodic + antifungal
- assists in elimination of waste products via circulatory system
- abdominal oil
- 3-5 drops in bath during anytime of day
- massage oil
Sweet, round + harmonizing fragrance.
Blending:
Blends well with Lavender, Orange + Bergamont. Ideal oil to blend with other to create balanced synergy.
Safety/Cautions:
Non-toxic, non-irritating for most people, may irritate some.
