Geranium essential oil has a thin consistence, and is of clear, pale yellow to olive green color. It is took out through steam distillation from the leaves of the geranium plant. Its aromatic description is listed as minty fresh, floral, sweet, with a fruity note. Geranium oil extracted from the Pelargonium graveolens plant is rose-scented. it has a slight apple undertone when it is extracted from the Pelargonium odorantissimum variety,

Geranium essential oil has a strong initial aroma, and is utilized as a middle note in perfumery. The oil itself is considered a natural perfume. It is often utilized in soaps and detergents as well. Though non-toxic, as with all essential oils, it should be thinned at 2.5% in a carrier oil, normally 15 drops of essential oil to one ounce of carrier oil. Flavor is able to linger for hours.

Main areas of growth and oil production are Russia, Reunion Island, Africa, and China. Oil from Russia and China has a greener, fresh rosy aroma, while it is heavier and darker from Reunion and Egypt. Exclusive to Reunion Island is Bourbon geranium, when extracted it is a premium perfume oil.

Geranium essential oil has antiseptic, antifungal, diuretic and antispasmodic attributes. It can be used for cellulites, acne, menopause, lice, oily skin and dry skin. Additional suggested usages are for eczema, burns, fluid retention, neuralgia, edema, PMS symptoms, including swollen breasts, and poor circulation, tonsillitis and rheumatism. It is also recommended as one of the best skincare oils. Non-toxic and well tolerated, it is suggested for its balancing effect for dry, congested, and oily skin.

Though got from leaves, geranium essential oil is corresponding to floral oils in its scent and issues. On an emotional level, it advances constancy and balance. It can be combined in quietness commixtures with oils of lavender, rose, and Citrus bergamia. As well it works on the adrenal gland cortex, which assists with hormone balance.

Under proper storage conditions, geranium essential oil can be held on for about 5 years, its expiry term. Geranium oil should be put in in amber-colored, well-sealed glass bottles, in a dry room that is well-ventilated without direct sunlight and heat.

When utilizing geranium essential oil to keep off dermatitis in supersensitive persons caution should be kept. Its utilize should also be kept off during pregnancy, specially because of its antispasmodic and hormone balancing properties.