It's amazing how many healing properties has geranium essential oil! More in Ancient Greece it had the reputation of being a remedy for all diseases: it was prescribed for fractures, tumors and even incurable diseases. Today, pelargonium ether has not only not lost its popularity, but has also become available to everyone.

Geranium essential oil is produced from fresh leaves several varieties of pelargonium using steam distillation. It contains more than a hundred different components. Most of them are represented by alcohols, to which the oil owes its unique aroma: linalool, nerol, citronellol, alpha-terpineol, geraniol.

This is interesting. To obtain one liter of essential oil, it is necessary to process 300–500 kilograms of fresh geranium leaves.

This remedy is rich in antioxidants (substances that protect cells from dangerous oxidative reactions) thanks to the flavonoids and vitamin E it contains. Geranium ester also contains the hemostatic and astringent substance tamine, which is used for intoxication of the body, and tannins, known for their anti-inflammatory properties. The latter remove waste and toxins from the body, suppress the activity of pathogenic microorganisms, help get rid of harmful deposits, and also stop internal and external bleeding.

The beneficial properties of geranium oil make it valuable product for use in cosmetology and medicine. It is used in skin and hair care, in the treatment colds, otitis, headaches and much more. Geranium essential oil is also often used in perfumery as a base for creating men's fragrances.

Oil for healthy hair

Geranium oil for correct use and concentration suitable for all hair types. It copes well with dandruff, dullness and brittleness.

The easiest way to care for your hair is aromatherapy. It will take no more than a couple of minutes a day. You just need to apply a few drops of oil to a wooden comb and comb your hair as usual. There is another option: you can rub a few drops of oil in your hands and then massage your scalp.

Another quick way improve hair condition - add geranium oil to regular shampoo or conditioner before use. 2-3 drops will be enough for a single serving.

Masks with added product

Masks with the addition of geranium oil are also very effective. Depending on the type and structure of the hair, this product is combined with different ingredients. The finished mask is applied to dry and well-combed hair, and then covered with a shower cap. You can wrap your head with a warm scarf or scarf on top. The mask is usually washed off 20–30 minutes after application. There are many effective recipes such compositions.

For shiny curls

Ingredients:

• geranium oil - 5 drops;
• liquid honey - 25 g;
• peach or almond oil- 10 ml;
• half a banana.

To accelerate growth

Ingredients:

• geranium oil - 5 drops;
• raw egg - 1 pc;
• mustard powder - 1 tablespoon;
• almond oil - 10 ml.

For lice

The antibacterial properties of geranium oil can even help get rid of lice. To prepare the mask, you need to mix 50 ml of shampoo with 10 drops of geranium oil. Apply the resulting mixture to the hair for 10–15 minutes, comb it thoroughly and then rinse off any remaining product. warm water. This mask can also be used to prevent head lice.

Beautiful skin with geranium ether

Geranium oil - a real find for skin care. It is suitable for all types:

• problematic with acne and post-acne (the components of pelargonium oil have an antiseptic and healing effect that helps fight rashes);
• oily (the product helps normalize sebum production);
• dry (the oil perfectly nourishes and moisturizes the skin without clogging the pores);
• edematous (geranium soothes and reduces swelling and inflammation);
• prone to rosacea (geranium oil improves blood circulation and activates skin regeneration processes).

You can use essential oil by adding a few drops to prepared creams. The recommended proportion is 2–3 drops per 30 ml of base.

For skin with acne and pimples, it is recommended to precisely apply undiluted oil with a cotton swab.

A steam bath using this tool. To do this, mix 3 drops of geranium ether with 3 drops of rosemary oil, add the mixture to a container with hot water and, covered with a towel, hold your face over it for 10–15 minutes.

Face masks with geranium oil are also very popular. To achieve best result Before the procedure, it is recommended to steam the skin and then apply a nourishing cream.

Against rosacea

Ingredients:

• wheat germ oil - 1 ml;
• evening primrose oil - 8 ml;
• rosewood essential oil - 2 drops;
• cypress essential oil - 2 drops;
• geranium essential oil - 2 drops.

Directions for use: mix all the ingredients and soak a cotton pad or piece of gauze with them, apply the compress to the skin for 10-15 minutes. Repeat every day for 1 week.

For acne

Ingredients:

• geranium ether - 15 drops;
• green clay - 20 g;
• alcohol tincture of calendula - 20 drops.

Directions for use: add geranium oil and calendula tincture to the clay, soak a compress in the mixture and apply to problem skin for 15–20 minutes. It is not recommended to use this product more than once a week.

For dry skin

Ingredients:

• geranium ether - 12 drops;
• baked pumpkin puree - 15 g;
• white yogurt - 10 g.

Directions for use: mix all components and apply to the skin in a continuous layer, rinse after 20 minutes.

For aging skin that has lost tone

Ingredients:

• olive or linseed oil- 3 tablespoons;
• rose oil - 3 drops;
• geranium oil - 3 drops.

Directions for use: apply the mixture to the face using a compress, leave for 10–20 minutes. It is advisable to use at least two- three times per week.

For oily skin

Ingredients:

• geranium oil - 20 drops;
• rye flour - 15 g;
• chamomile or nettle decoction - 2 tablespoons;
• ampoule of cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12).

Directions for use: rye flour dilute with a decoction of chamomile or nettle to a mushy state, add cyanocobalamin and geranium ether and apply the resulting mixture to the skin for 10–20 minutes.

For sensitive skin

Ingredients:

• geranium ether - 2 drops;
• sandalwood ether - 2 drops;
• coconut oil - 1 tablespoon.

Directions for use: mix all ingredients and apply to skin for 15–20 minutes. Use 1-2 times a week.

Lip care

Geranium essential oil will add brightness and volume to your lips, heal minor damage, make them soft and healthy. IN pure form It is not recommended to apply ether. You can mix it with any base oil, for example, sesame or olive, in a 1:2 ratio. Beeswax is an excellent base: a small amount of it is combined with 2-3 drops of geranium ether and applied to the lips. In order for them to always be beautiful and smooth, it is recommended to leave this mask on overnight (you can do it daily).

Pelargonium oil for women's health

Geranium oil stimulates the production of estrogen, normalizes the menstrual cycle, reduces painful sensations during menstruation, minimizes the consequences menopause. Geranium essential oil is also used in the treatment of infertility when it is caused by hormonal imbalance and irregular or scanty periods.

The most well-known uses of the product for women's health the following:

• Orally, 1–3 drops per day after meals, mixed with kefir or yogurt. After three weeks of use, you need to take a break for one week.
• During massage, adding to massage oil. You can mix geranium essential oil with others, such as lavender or orange. The massage mixture is made up in the following proportion: 4–7 drops of essential oil per 100 ml of base oil.
• For baths, mixing with other esters and any emulsifier: honey, olive oil, milk. For 200 liters take 5-15 drops of oil.

Breast lift with geranium ether

Pelargonium oil will help make your breast skin healthy, smooth and elastic, and also reduce PMS pain. Some, using geranium ether, even manage to slightly enlarge their breasts, since this oil perfectly improves blood circulation, slightly irritates the skin and increases production female hormones. Most effective way- massage with essential oil.

Breast massage technique with geranium essential oil

For massage, you can use, for example, the following mixture of oils:

• grape seed oil - 2 tablespoons;
• geranium ether - 3 drops;
• rosemary ether - 2 drops.

There are many options for breast massage, one of the simplest techniques is presented below:

1. The procedure begins with stroking: they are performed with the palms in the direction from the nipple to the base of the mammary gland. At first, the movements should be gliding and light, and when the skin warms up, you can gradually increase the pressure and begin massaging the chest with your knuckles (this takes about one minute).
2. The next technique is rubbing. Using your fingertips, make circular movements in the same direction. Next, you should continue the same actions with your knuckles, supporting the chest with your other hand (this takes about 4-5 minutes). You can also use the technique of light pinching.
3. This massage is completed with stroking, following the method already described.

Geranium concentrate for weight loss

Essential oils - an indispensable tool for those who want to lose a couple of kilograms. Their mechanism of action is to accelerate metabolic processes, elimination excess liquid and normalization of water-salt balance. In addition, the oil tightens and tones the skin, which will prevent it from sagging when losing weight.

To achieve this goal, the baths and massages already mentioned above are suitable, and the product can also be used internally. Another way to lose weight using geranium oil is wraps.

How to do the wraps:

1. Before the procedure, you should take a warm shower and cleanse your skin with a scrub.
2. Massage 50 ml of oil mixture into the problem area. olive oil, 5 drops of geranium oil, 5 drops of orange oil, a teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of liquid honey.
3. Wrap the film on top and put a warm belt or scarf over it.
4. After 20 minutes, remove the mixture with a dry cloth, then wipe off any remaining oil with a makeup remover.
5. Take a warm shower.

Aromatherapy

Geranium oil is a natural antidepressant. It relieves fatigue headache, restores strength, helps overcome feelings of anxiety and fear. It is also often used for decreased sense of smell, difficulty breathing, otitis media and sinusitis.

This is interesting. Indian scientists confirmed the calming and antidepressant properties of geranium oil with their study on mice. According to the results of the experiment, animals that inhaled pelargonium oil using an inhaler behaved more passively, moved less and had less contact with each other.

For aromatherapy, you need to add 3-5 drops of geranium ether to the aroma lamp with water per 10 square meters and heat the liquid for 15 minutes (this oil can be mixed with others). It goes well with the ether of bergamot, orange, neroli, and cedar.

Contraindications

Geranium oil is not used during pregnancy, lactation, or at the same time as taking birth control pills, as it has a strong effect on hormonal background. Pelargonium ether is also not recommended for use by children under 6 years of age in any form.

Geranium oil should not be used for longer than 3-4 weeks as it significantly lowers blood sugar levels and may cause allergic reactions in case of overdose.

Before using the product, it is necessary to conduct a sensitivity test to its components: one drop of ether is applied and rubbed on the wrist. If redness occurs after 30 minutes, severe itching and others unpleasant symptoms, you should not use this oil.

Also, before using the product internally, you should consult your doctor.

Geranium flowers decorate interiors, and in past centuries - the outfits and hairstyles of girls. The plant was not only a “decorator”, but also a “house doctor”, since the beauty of flowers was hidden in itself medicinal properties. Geranium curbed epidemics of influenza and dysentery and helped to recover faster. IN traditional medicine The plant was endowed with the ability to treat fractures and even eliminate cancerous tumors.

History of geranium oil

The plant that we used to call geranium, according to the botanical classification, is pelargonium, and this species has more than 200 varieties.

Geranium came to Europe in the 17th century as ornamental plant from South Africa. Essential oil began to be extracted in the mid-19th century in the south of France, and then in the French colonies: Reunion Island, Madagascar, Algeria, Morocco. After World War II, geranium began to be actively grown in Egypt, China and the southern republics of the USSR.

Pelargonium is a botanical classification of the common geranium

Chemical composition and benefits for the skin and body of geranium essential oil

Geranium essential oil is extracted from plants of the Pelargonium genus: Pelargonium graveolens or Pelargonium roseum. The resulting esters differ noticeably in aroma depending on where the plants grow. The perfumery and medical-biological properties of the oil are determined by the presence of more than 120 components in its composition. The most important of them are terpene alcohols, substances with biologically active properties. Other components provide the oil with a characteristic geranium scent with hints of rose and mint.

The oil has a beautiful pale green color and the aroma can also be described as “green”.

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How to choose and store geranium oil

The ether is adulterated by adding synthetic terpene alcohols. Therefore, when choosing an oil, you should pay attention to reviews in thematic communities and manufacturer certificates.

Precautions and contraindications

Pelargonium oil is non-toxic and generally safe for the skin in diluted amounts. However, for some people with sensitive skin it may cause irritation such as redness, rashes and itching. Before use, you need to do an allergy test: dilute 1-2 drops of ether in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, for example, olive or coconut, then apply a little of the resulting mixture onto a cotton pad and anoint the skin inside forearms. If your skin doesn't become irritated within 24-48 hours, the oil is good for you.

Geranium essential oil should not be used on infants. For children after one year, the oil is diluted twice as much as in recipes for adults. Since geranium affects the production of hormones, its squeeze is not used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. At serious illnesses Consult your doctor before use.

You can take geranium oil internally if this is indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions. The ether is taken orally, 1 teaspoon mixed with honey, jam, 1-4 times a day. For 100 ml of honey you need to add 4-5 drops of geranium ether. Wash it down with fermented milk products.

The course of using geranium in aromatherapy is 4 weeks, then take a break.

Combination with other essential oils

The following plant esters are suitable for combination with geranium oil:

• orange;
• basilica;
• bergamot;
• grapefruit;
• Angelica officinale;
• jasmine;
• cedar;
• lavender;
• noble laurel;
• lime;
• carrots;
• neroli;
• petitgrain;
• roses;
• rosemary;
• sandalwood;
• citronella;
• clary sage.

Application in medicine

Almost all health conditions are related to inflammation in one way or another. Geranium components are able to block inflammatory processes. Geraniol, in particular, increases the production of anti-inflammatory substances. Geranium influences microglial cells that secrete pro-inflammatory agents, which prevents the formation of neurogenerative diseases. This means that the components of geranium oil delay such terrible conditions like Alzheimer's disease. Researchers have found that geranium lowers blood sugar levels in people at risk of developing diabetes. Pelargonium also relieves headaches and post-traumatic pain.

Effect on sleep, symptoms of neurasthenia, overexcitation

The soothing scent of geranium oil wards off anxiety, depression, fatigue and “cleanses” an overly cluttered mind. Pelargonium helps to focus and sharpen cognitive functions. To focus and increase concentration, just inhale the aroma of oil rubbed in your palms or add 1-2 drops to a diffuser. To relax, massage the temples, back and sides of the neck.

By rubbing a drop of oil in your palms and inhaling the aroma, you can feel relaxed and want to sleep

Geranium also has sedative properties. Diffusing oil in a diffuser in the bedroom can help you fall asleep and improve your sleep quality.

Relation to blood pressure

Improving blood circulation and supporting low level excitability, geranium prevents high blood pressure.

The main treatment for hypertension is prescribed by a doctor, and geranium ether will complement the therapy.

To keep the pressure normal, 3-4 drops of geranium ether are mixed with a tablespoon coconut oil, and then apply to the chest, neck and wrists.

Mixture for hypertension:

• 3 drops of lemon balm essential oil;
• 3 drops of rosewood essential oil;
• 1 tbsp. l. base vegetable oil.

Apply a teaspoon of mixture to the area chest, occipital area, inhaling the aroma.

Anti-headache mixture:

• 10 drops of chamomile essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. base oil.

Drop the mixture onto your fingers and rub the back of your head, neck, and temples.

Effect on the endocrine system

Research has recognized the ability of geranium to balance hormonal composition blood, reduce stress hormone levels, thereby improving mood and coping with anxiety. To do this, add 3-4 drops of oil to a container of hot water and place it in the room.

To normalize hormonal levels and increase the level of estrogen in the blood, you need to apply one drop of geranium essential oil to the lymph nodes in the armpits.

Normalization of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, gall bladder

Geranium oil soothes indigestion and normalizes the movement of gases, relieves cramps and bloating. Geranium normalizes stomach function. The ester also has diuretic properties, which helps digestive process and stops the formation of excess gas in the intestines, removes excess acids and bile secreted by the liver.

Mixture essential oils for Crohn's disease:

• 33 drops of geranium;
• 33 drops of incense gum;
• 33 drops of marjoram;
• 16 drops of verbena;
• 16 drops of oregano.

Take orally 2 drops of the mixture on a quarter of a piece of refined sugar or in a coffee spoon of olive oil 3 times a day before each meal. Between 3-week courses you should take a break of one week. Also apply 6 drops of the mixture topically to the lower abdomen and lower back 2 times a day.

Fighting viruses and colds

Geranium has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Pelargonium relieves symptoms of bronchitis, sinusitis and nasal infections because it is a powerful antiviral drug. When applied to the nose or neck in the throat area, the oil has a soothing effect and reduces soreness. To combat viruses and colds, use ether spraying in a diffuser twice a day, as well as rubbing the throat and area under the nostrils.

Anti-cold mixture:

• 10 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 10 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 8 drops lemon essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. base oil.

Rub the mixture all over your body, neck and face. Apply at least 1 time per day.

Essential oil mixture for nasal congestion:

• 5 drops of geranium;
• 5 drops of pine;
• 5 drops rosemary;
• 5 drops eucalyptus;
• 2 drops peppermint.

The mixture is used for inhalation, instillation and massage of the wings and sinuses of the nose.

Ear Pain Relief

Mixture for instillation: 7 drops per 2–3 tsp. St. John's wort oil. Place 3-4 drops into each hole once every 1.5-2 hours.

Help with allergies

The components of geranium oil are able to block cells that cause allergic reactions in the body. Rubbing a drop of ether between your palms and inhaling the oil vapor can relieve itching and allergic rhinitis.

Essential Oil Blend for Hay Fever:

• 7 drops of lavender;
• 7 drops eucalyptus;
• 4 drops of geranium;
• 4 drops of lemon.

Soak the wick or swab of a nasal inhaler-mouthpiece with the mixture and inhale until symptoms relieve.

Oil in gynecology

Geranium, like sage and thyme, helps balance estrogen and progesterone levels in the body, which helps ease the treatment of conditions such as infertility and PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), as well as PMS symptoms (premenstrual syndrome) and menopause.

Serious gynecological disorders must be treated by a gynecologist. Geranium oil is used additionally.

Basic recipe:

1. In 2 tbsp. l. vegetable oil add 7 drops of geranium ether.
2. Massage the lower abdomen, sacrum and lower back.

Geranium oil massage of the lower abdomen can support sexual health

A mixture of essential oils for the treatment of gynecological diseases:

• 2 drops of geranium;
• 2 drops of cinnamon;
• 4 drops of sandalwood;
• 4 drops of orange;
• 4 drops of lemon balm;
• 6 drops of lavender.

Directions for use:

1. Connect the components.
2. Add 7 drops of the mixture to 2 tbsp. l. transport oil.
3. Massage your stomach and lower back.

Blend for pain during menstruation:

• 3 drops of sage essential oil;
• 1 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 2 tsp. avocado oil

1–2 days before the start menstrual cycle Start massaging the mixture on your stomach once a day.

A mixture of essential oils during PMS:

• 12 drops of tangerine;
• 10 drops of lavender;
• 3 drops of geranium;
• 1 drop of rose.

Combine the oils in a container with a volume of about 5 ml. Shake before use.

Effect on skin damage

Geranium oil compresses tissue and blood vessels and stops bleeding, improves the blood clotting process, prevents the penetration of toxins and bacteria into damaged tissues, as a result of which wounds heal faster.

Mixture for burns, bruises, cuts:

• 2 tsp. basic is small.

Directions for use:

1. Soak a tampon with the mixture.
2. Apply to the damaged area for 5–10 minutes.

Mixture for chapped lips:

• 5 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 5 drops calendula macerate.

Add one drop of the mixture to lip balm or a teaspoon of carrier oil (jojoba, coconut, almond) and treat lips.

Soothing mixture after sunbathing:

• 10 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 5 drops of chamomile essential oil;
• 1 drop of bergamot essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. sesame oil;
• 4 tbsp. l. base oil.

Relief from hemorrhoids

The anticoagulant properties of geranium composition are useful for the treatment of hemorrhoids, especially bleeding ones.

Mixture for hemorrhoids:

• 2 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 1 tsp. chilled base oil.

Mix the components and apply to the affected area.

Use for fungus and skin infections

In addition to healing, pelargonium protects open wounds from bacteria causing infections. The antiseptic effect is directed against any microbes and fungi that lead to complications at the site of the wound or incision.

Blend of essential oils against skin fungus:

• 5 drops of geranium;
• 2 drops of laurel;
• 3 drops palmarosa;
• 2 drops of thyme.

Apply 2-3 drops of the mixture to problem areas up to three times a day.

For herpes

Studies have shown that geranium reduces nerve pain, including from herpes zoster caused by the herpes virus. The oil is applied to painful areas of the skin. In addition, its antiviral property helps to quickly calm the activity of the herpes virus and remove external manifestations.

Mixture for herpes simplex:

• 6 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 10 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 2 drops of thyme essential oil;
• 8 drops lemon essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. base oil.

Store the resulting product in a glass bottle. Apply a drop of the mixture onto the rash.

Mixture for healing herpetic rashes:

• 5 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 3 drops of lemon essential oil;
• 6 drops of chamomile essential oil;
• 8 drops tea tree essential oil;
• 5 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. base oil.

After combining the components, apply the product with a cotton swab to the herpes blisters.

Shingles Pain Blend:

• 3 drops of bergamot essential oil;
• 2 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 1 tbsp. l. transport oil.

Make a neat oil application on the affected area, cover with a clean cloth until absorbed.

Pelargonium in cosmetology

Pelargonium oil smooths out scars, cleanses the skin acne, brightens age spots, affecting the uniform distribution of melanin. Suitable for fading, dry and sensitive skin, perfectly moisturizes and tightens. By adding a drop or two to your daily moisturizer, you'll soon notice your skin looking and feeling healthier.

Enrichment of cosmetics

To improve cosmetics, you need 4-6 drops of geranium oil per 5 ml (about 1 teaspoon) of base.

Improvement of facial skin

The astringent effect of geranium oil allows skin tissue to tighten and contract, which significantly reduces the appearance of wrinkles. Aging slows down, skin looks younger.

Geranium essential oil helps smooth out wrinkles

Blend for daily care:

• 1 drop of geranium essential oil;
• 1 drop of vanilla essential oil;
• 1 drop of jasmine essential oil*;
• 1 drop of orange essential oil;
• 2 tsp. base oil.

For the recipe, you take already diluted jasmine absolute in base oil, this mixture can be from 3 to 10%.

Three drops of the resulting product are added to the portion cosmetic product with daily care.

Anti-wrinkle mixture:

• 8 drops of neroli essential oil;
• 5 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 5 drops fennel essential oil;
• 3 drops of chamomile essential oil;
• 1 drop of carrot essential oil;
• 15 drops of evening primrose oil;
• 1 tbsp. l. base oil.

Blend for mature skin:

• 4 drops of chamomile essential oil;
• 5 drops of carrot essential oil;
• 8 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 8 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 1 drop of patchouli essential oil;
• 2 drops of sandalwood essential oil;
• 1 tsp. carrier oil.

Directions for use:

1. Mix the ingredients in a glass container.
2. Add 3-4 drops of the mixture to a facial oil, such as jojoba or almond.

Strengthening hair and adding shine to it

1. Apply 1-2 drops of geranium ether to the comb.
2. Comb your hair for 5 minutes.

Aromatherapy combing will give your hair shine and aroma.

Hair strengthening mixture:

• 1 tbsp. l. chamomile;
• 1 tbsp. l. marsh cudweed;
• 3 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 2 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 1 drop of lemon essential oil;
• 200 ml water.

Directions for use:

1. Pour boiling water over the herbs and leave for 2 hours.
2. Add ethers to the infusion.
3. Apply to hair after shampooing for 15 minutes.
4. Rinse with water.

Hair shine mixture:

• 2 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 2 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 2 drops of ylang-ylang essential oil;
• 2 drops of patchouli essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. base oil.

Use the mixture as a hair mask for 20–30 minutes, then rinse your hair with shampoo.

Help for problem skin

The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects of pelargonium ether help prevent bacterial growth, allowing acne to heal faster.

Geranium essential oil prevents the growth of bacteria, resulting in a reduction in acne

Blend for acne skin:

• 2 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 2 drops of clove essential oil;
• 2 drops of chamomile essential oil;
• 2 tsp. base oil.

Wipe problem areas of the skin with the composition morning and evening.

Anti-acne mixture:

• 4 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 4 drops of tea tree essential oil;
• 4 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 4 drops of lemongrass essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. almond oil.

Directions for use:

1. Mix ethers with transport oil in a glass container with a lid.
2. Apply directly to acne after cleansing and toning the skin.

Anti-rosacea mixture:

• 5 drops of cypress essential oil;
• 5 drops of neroli essential oil;
• 5 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 1 tbsp. l. coconut oil

Directions for use:

1. Apply with light massage movements to the area of ​​rosacea.
2. Leave for a while to allow the oils to absorb.
3. Do not wipe off excess with a napkin.

Skin care for men

Aftershave tonic for oily and problem skin:

• 200 ml orange blossom water;
• 100 ml witch hazel water;
• 3 drops of grapefruit essential oil;
• 2 drops manuka essential oil.

Directions for use:

1. Shake all ingredients in a glass bottle.
2. Lubricate shaved skin.

Blend with geranium oil soothes skin after shaving

Therapeutic massage

Geranium oil activates the process of renewal of damaged tissues. Geranium relieves inflammation, muscle fatigue, and relieves joint pain.

Massage with geranium oil promotes muscle relaxation and relieves joint pain

Massage and rubbing: 5-10 drops per 10 ml of base (2 teaspoons).

Mixture to disperse lymph:

• 2 drops of immortelle essential oil;
• 2 drops of cedar essential oil;
• 3 drops of cajuput essential oil;
• 5 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. sesame oil.

Help with weight loss

Daily abdominal massage with geranium essential oil will tighten the skin and reduce fat layer, will improve digestion.

Abdominal massage with geranium ether helps reduce volume in this area

Skin tightening mixture:

• 15 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 15 drops of grapefruit essential oil;
• 15 drops of frankincense essential oil;
• 15 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 1 glass of olive oil;
• ⅛ cup oil solution vitamin E;
• ¼ cup grated beeswax;
• 1 cup rose water.

Directions for use:

1. In a water bath, melt all ingredients except ethers and floral water.
2. After cooling, thoroughly grind the mixture in a blender.
3. Add rose water little by little and continue mixing until emulsified.
4. Add essential oils and whisk vigorously until they are distributed evenly.
5. Store in a glass container in the refrigerator.
6. Pouring the mixture into your palm, actively massage your hips, buttocks, and sides.

Massage mixture for weight loss:

• 40 drops of grapefruit essential oil;
• 30 drops of lemon essential oil;
• 30 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 30 drops of rose essential oil;
• 2 tbsp. l. liquid coconut oil.

Massage the mixture onto clean skin.

A massage mixture with the addition of geranium oil promotes weight loss and cellulite reduction

Blend of essential oils against cellulite:

• 20 drops of rosemary;
• 20 drops of fennel;
• 15 drops of juniper;
• 15 drops of grapefruit;
• 5 drops of geranium.

Directions for use:

1. Combine the oils in a glass container with a pipette or dropper.
2. When combining the components, you should get approximately 5 ml of the mixture (1 teaspoon).
3. With this mixture, massage the areas of skin affected by cellulite after rubbing them with a dry brush.
4. Can be used for taking a bath.

For massage: add 10 drops of the mixture to 4 teaspoons of grape seed or almond oil.

Rubbing with a brush before the shower: place 1-2 drops of the mixture on a dry brush.

A few drops of a mixture with geranium ether will enhance the effect of rubbing the skin with a brush against cellulite.

For a bath: add 4-6 drops to 1 teaspoon of milk and dilute in a bath of water.

Aromatherapy

The scent of geranium is soothing and relaxing, and also helps manage strong emotions such as anger and fear. One or two drops of ether on the pulse points of the body reduce anxiety and tension when difficult tasks lie ahead. Pelargonium increases mental activity, invigorates, restores the psyche after overwork, nervous exhaustion. The properties of geranium are similar to an antidepressant: this plant helps to cope with obsessive thoughts, self-criticism, inferiority complex. Returns strength and energy after unpleasant communication.

As an aromatherapy, apply geranium oil to the areas where the pulsating blood vessels are closest to the surface of the skin

Aromatherapy: 3–5 drops per 15 m².

Aroma medallion: 1 drop.

An aroma medallion with a drop of geranium ether will help relieve anxiety and tension

Geranium in the bathroom, bathhouse, sauna

Baths: 4–6 drops for a lying bath, 2–3 drops for a sitz bath.

Relaxation Blend:

• 2 drops of lavender essential oil;
• 3 drops of geranium essential oil;
• 1 drop of rosewood essential oil;
• ½ cup cream.

Dilute the esters in cream and add to a bath filled with water.

Calming Blend:

• 15 drops of bergamot essential oil;
• 10 drops of nutmeg essential oil;
• 5 drops of geranium essential oil.

Add 7-10 drops of the mixture to a bath of water.

Bath mixture with geranium oil promotes calm after a hard day

Mixture for sauna and bath:

• 10 drops of sandalwood essential oil;
• 5 drops of lemon essential oil;
• 2 drops of geranium essential oil.

This mixture can be used in several ways:

• two or three drops of the mixture are added to the base oil to rub the skin;
• applied to the body before going to the steam room;
• drip the mixture into a ladle of water and pour over the hot stones in the bathhouse.

A bath mixture with geranium oil will help you cope with strong emotions and relax

Magic properties

It is believed that geranium is protected by the planet of love - Venus. In the old days, French girls pinned geranium flowers on their chests or carried petals in a bag to attract good fortune and love. Geranium also protects mature women, fuels the magic of their sexuality after 45 years. Also, the aroma of geranium attracts money and prosperity to the house, protects against the evil eye and damage.

Application ideas

Many housewives know that geraniums in pots on the windowsill will protect against insects flying into the house. Also, the aroma of pelargonium essential oil will cope with similar tasks: it will repel mosquitoes and refresh closed spaces in pantries and cabinets.

Flavoring: for pleasant smell drop oil onto cotton balls and leave in the closet.

Mosquito repellent essential oil mixture:

A mixture for an aroma lamp with geranium ether will provide a pleasant protection against mosquitoes

Flower essential oil in cooking

The aromas of some flowers complement sweet dishes and baked goods, and pelargonium oil is added to dishes.

Syrup for fruit salad:

• 1 drop of geranium essential oil;
• 1 drop of ylang-ylang essential oil;
• 200 ml sugar syrup.

Mix and add to fruit salad.

Syrup with geranium oil will add a pleasant twist to a fruit salad.

How to make geranium oil at home

You will need:

• 1 tbsp. crushed geranium leaves;
• 1/2 tbsp. medical alcohol;
• 1/2 tbsp. olive oil;
• glass container with a tight lid.

Instructions:

1. Pour medical alcohol over the leaves.
2. Close the container tightly and leave it in sunny place for half a month.
3. After a month, add olive oil.
4. Strain the mixture after 2 weeks. The oil is ready.

The oil prepared in this way is used in recipes for external use.

Video: aromatherapist Alexandra Kozhevnikova talks about geranium oil

Geranium aroma oil is truly a precious remedy. We invite you to talk about how you can use its beneficial properties.

Geranium is an amazing plant that has not only excellent decorative qualities, but also a huge list of useful properties that are successfully used in everyday life, cosmetology, medicine, and aromatherapy. The historical homeland of the flower is Morocco; it first appeared in Europe in the 17th century, since then it has quickly spread throughout the world, and today it is grown almost everywhere. Geranium oil obtained from this plant has long been considered one of the most valuable discoveries of mankind.

Composition of geranium oil

Natural oil is obtained by steam distillation from the leafy or flowering parts of the plant. The product is characterized by a yellow-green or yellow tint. Its aroma is somewhat similar to that of a rose with subtle minty notes and a bitter herbaceous taste.

The composition of geranium oil may vary slightly depending on the variety and type of raw material used. It has approximately one hundred components, including:

• geraniol;
• linalool;
• nerol;
• citronellol;
• a-terpineol, etc.

Geranium goes well with bergamot, lemon, basil, orange, jasmine, grapefruit, cedar, patchouli and clove oils.

Benefits and Applications

As you know, geranium oil has numerous beneficial properties. Here are the main ones:

• tonic;
• astringents;
• anthelmintics;
• antiseptic;
• antidiabetic;
• antiviral;
• painkillers, etc.

This product is genuine healing agent for the human body.

Since ancient times, geranium oil has been used to treat diseases of the mouth, throat, ears, and was used to relieve pain and inflammatory processes in these areas.

Also, the product has a very positive influence on the work of the heart, normalizes blood circulation, blood pressure, heart rate.

Geranium is one of the most best oils, which are used for women's health. It reduces pain during menstruation, makes it easier to endure climatic periods, relieves inflammation, and helps balance hormonal levels.

Oil can also have a positive effect on the psycho-emotional sphere of a person. It is an excellent antidepressant and can help improve mood, relieve feelings of fear, enhance physical and mental abilities in older people. Thanks to its calming effect, it relieves stress of various kinds.

Geranium oil can heal fungal diseases, herpes rashes, eczema. The product is used for pain relief and healing of burns.

Important properties of geranium are lowering blood sugar levels and the ability to prevent the division and growth of tumor cells in the body. The oil is used for neuritis and neuralgia, as it relieves pain and relieves swelling.

In addition, the product can destroy viruses of various origins, prevent cell oxidation, slow down aging, prevent blood clots, and improve the functioning of protective systems body.

Domestic use

Geranium is an excellent insect repellent. With its help you can get rid of moths, flies and mosquitoes.

In addition, the oil is used in cooking. They are flavored various dishes and drinks, giving a unique aroma and exquisite taste notes.

Aromatherapy with geranium oil

Geranium essential oil is widely used in aromatherapy. The product can be used using in various ways depending on the required purposes of application.

1. Aroma lamp (10 drops per 15 ml warm water) – to soften the course of menopause, aromatize the room.
2. Aroma pendant (a few drops) – for good mood and increasing vigor during periods of critical days.
3. Spraying (4 drops + spoon of alcohol + 100 g of water) – to improve immunity and purify the air.
4. Inhalations (500 g of boiling water + a few drops of oil) - to treat colds.
5. Aroma bath (12 drops + 20 g of cream or honey) – for hormonal therapy.
6. Massages (12 drops + base) – to enhance female sexuality during menopause.
7. Wraps (20 drops + base) – for the treatment of varicose veins;
8. Internal use (1 drop + spoon of honey) – to increase estrogen.
9. Enrichment of cosmetics (a few drops each).

Geranium - the guardian of beauty

Geranium oil is ideal for critically dry or excessively oily skin. Its use will help eliminate inflammation and rashes, and has a beneficial effect on swollen and aging skin. The product can activate blood flow, giving the face a healthy and even tone. If you add a little oil to the shower gel, then after bathing your skin will acquire a light, pleasant aroma.

Geranium oil also helps with skin diseases, heals small wounds and cracks, and has a emergency assistance for frostbite and burns. Magic remedy restores the epidermis, deeply smoothes and rejuvenates the skin, regulates fat balance. The oil is perfect for teenage, mature and problem skin.

Regarding hair health and beauty, the product helps cope with dandruff and itchy scalp. With its help you can quickly and easily get rid of lice.

At home, it is enough to simply enrich ordinary cosmetic products with geranium. To do this, you need to add a little oil to lotion, cream, tonic, shampoo. Good for hair special masks with a combination of geranium, juniper, lemon and olive oils.

With the help of the beneficial properties of geranium, obesity and cellulite can be treated. For these purposes, you should do special wraps, massages or take oil internally (a drop per teaspoon of honey).

Contraindications

In some cases, geranium oil can be not only beneficial, but also harmful effects on the body. In order to avoid this, you should familiarize yourself with contraindications in advance and not use it if there are any.

The oil should not be taken in the following cases:

• on early stages pregnancy, as well as children under six years of age;
• while using contraceptives;
• at diabetes mellitus.

- real home doctor, which must be present in every housewife's first aid kit. It will become an excellent assistant in caring for your skin, hair, restoring health and in everyday life.

Now I’ll tell you about EM Geranium, from the same manufacturer - Asper.

I bought it just by accident - I was just wondering where it could be used and how to use it. As a result, I found quite a bit of “work” for it, and in principle I liked the oil.

Price:134.5 rubles (+/-)

Volume: 10 ml.

Place of purchase: Pharmacy.

Appearance:

The oil is contained in a dark glass bottle. There is a dispenser.

Oil color: transparent

Smell: I think many are familiar with the aroma of the geranium flower - you can find this plant in almost every home. The oil smells similar, only a little sweeter, I guess. Very bright and rich. Sometimes this smell gets boring, to be honest - with its presence for a long time, for example.

Consistency: liquid, oily base.

ABOUT beneficial properties EM geranium there is a lot of information on the Internet, I will just give a small part, for general information:

Geranium oil increases physical and mental activity, helps restore mental harmony and psychological balance, eliminates the sensation causeless fear and relieves emotional stress.

For diabetes mellitus, oil can lower blood sugar levels. It is believed that it also has anti-carcinogenic properties, being able to actively counteract the division and growth of tumor cells.

For headaches, migraines and diseases of vascular origin, the oil relieves spasms, eliminates heart rhythm disturbances due to tachycardia and sinus arrhythmia. In general, it improves the functioning of the heart muscle and reduces the severity of coronary disease hearts.

This oil is especially attractive for women:

Geranium is a feminine aroma of health and longevity; it contains phytoestrogens, normalizes hormonal levels, eliminates frigidity, algomenorrhea, premenstrual and menopausal syndrome.

Geranium essential oil has diuretic properties and is used to stimulate urination.

To be honest, on “women’s” days I don’t notice much of a difference in my mood, even if I use an aroma lamp with this oil, or not, my mood doesn’t change from this fact. If it’s good, then it remains good; if it’s bad, then you can’t save yourself with just the aroma).

Please note the existing contraindications:

Geranium oil should not be used by children under 6 years of age; pregnant women and women taking birth control pills.

I did not experience any allergic reactions while using this oil.

Methods of application quite a lot, I will tell you which methods have become widespread in my everyday life.

1. Aromatherapy. Quite rare. And even without using an aroma lamp, because I already said that the aroma is very rich and gets boring quickly. I just need to open the bottle for 10-15 minutes and the smell of this oil fills the room.

2. Enrichment of shampoo. Sometimes I add a couple of drops of oil to the shampoo - just before washing in one portion. I apply it to my hair, massage it, and the bathroom fills up. pleasant aroma. The scent lasts quite a long time, even despite the use of balm and conditioner.

If you keep it longer it should help it grow beautiful hair, but I’m not interested in such masks.

3. Of course aroma combing(but rarely). 1-2 drops on the comb and I complete the procedure for 10 minutes. The scent lasts a long time on the hair.

4. Cleaning. I add this oil to the water when washing floors. In general, I use many from my collection of essential oils to scent a room when cleaning.

Also, the most popular ways to use geranium oil (which I personally have not used, but are quite common on the Internet):

Typically, geranium oil itself is not used as a cosmetic product. Cosmetologists advise adding four to five drops to base (transport) oils, for example, avocado, apricot, peach, sea buckthorn, grape seeds, jojoba and others.

For daily care of acne-prone skin, add two drops of geranium oil and one drop each of chamomile and clove oils to the base. With a similar concentration of oils, you can make steam baths for problem skin.

For fatty and mixed type skin, a lotion based on ethyl alcohol, three drops each of geranium, orange and chamomile oils is suitable. The mixture must be brought to a volume of one hundred milliliters by adding distilled water. If you have combination skin, only oily areas should be lubricated with this lotion.

To eliminate peeling, roughness and signs of chapping of the skin on the hands, use a sour cream mask based on slightly warmed fat sour cream (one tablespoon) with the addition of five drops of myrrh, orange and geranium oil.

I just didn’t take this oil internally (manufacturer and does not recommend this!). I also didn't use it on my face.

Instructions from the manufacturer:

In general, I recommend purchasing fragrant geranium essential oil.

Thank you for your attention, I hope it was useful!

• Brand: AROMASHKA
• Latin name: Pelargonium x asperum Ehrh. ex Willd
• Retrieved from: flowers and leaves
• Origin: Egypt
• Method of obtaining: steam distillation

Essential oil of geranium or pelargonium is obtained from a relative of the familiar “household” geranium that grows on our windowsills. Geranium oil is produced by steam distillation of the leaves. The oil has a multifaceted and complex aroma that combines spicy, lemon, sweet and fresh notes.

Geranium essential oil has a rich composition:
Monoterpenes: alpha - pinene 0.5%, alpha - cubenene 0.2%, beta - pinene 0.1%, myrcene 0.2%, limonene 0.2%.
Monoterpenols: citronellol 28.5%, geraniol 17.5%, linalool 6.9%, alpha-terpineol 0.6%, nerol 0.5%.
Oxides: cis - pink oxide 0.8%, trans - pink oxide 0.3%, cis - linalool oxide 0.2%, trans - linalool oxide 0.2%, caryophyllene oxide 0.1%.
Ketones: menthone 0.2%, iso-menthone +citronellal (aldehyde) 5,9%.
Esters: linalool acetate 0.1%, citronellyl acetate 0.7%, geranyl formate 4.3%, neryl acetate 0.2%. geranyl acetate 0.6%, geranyl propanoate 0.7%, geranyl butanoate 1.1%, citronellyl tiglate 0.2%, geranyl tiglate 1.5%, phenylethyl tiglate 0.9%.
Sesquiterpenes: alpha - copaene 0.5%, beta - bourbonene 1%, caryophyllene 1.1%, 6.9 - guaiadiene 0.3%, alpha - humulene 0.2%, germacrene D 1.8%, beta - selinene 0, 2%, alpha - muurolene 0.5%.
Sesquiterpenols: 10 - epi - gamma - eudesmol 5.1%.
Aldehydes: neral 0.2%, geranial 0.6%, citronellal + iso-menthone (ketone) 5,9%.

Applications and properties of geranium essential oil

Geranium has such diverse properties that it makes it practically universal remedy for prevention and treatment, while geranium mixes well with other oils to enhance the effect.
Geranium oil has powerful antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect. It is a hormone-like oil, therefore it regulates hormonal processes, helps cope with premenstrual tension, heavy menstruation, as well as problems associated with menopause, in particular depression, lack of vaginal secretion. Geranium oil has diuretic properties and is used to stimulate urination, tones the liver and kidneys, removes excess fluid, and relieves swelling of the ankles.
Geranium oil tones blood circulation, used in preventive products varicose veins veins, relieving evening fatigue and swelling of the legs. Helps with bruises, hemorrhoids.
Stimulates activity lymphatic system, thereby increasing the body's resistance to infections, helps get rid of toxins. Geranium oil is considered a classic oil for alleviating ear-nose-throat diseases. Base oil (preferably) with added geranium essential oil can be used as nasal drops. In addition to geranium, it is good to add additionally to such drops. The mixture can be applied to active points, massage the feet, lubricate the throat, apply to the area around the ears, neck.
Pure geranium oil is used to aromatize rooms to prevent colds, or for local inhalation (not under a towel!), or worn in an aroma pendant.
Effective in treatment infectious diseases throat and oral cavity. To rinse, you need to dissolve the essential oil in an equal amount before adding water; in addition, you can add 0.5 - 1 tsp for rinsing. table or sea salt per glass of water. Geranium essential oil relieves pain from neuralgia and radiculitis, for which the oil should be applied as part of massage mixtures.
Helps with headaches, dental and menstrual pain.
Geranium essential oil is an aromatic repellent.
Pelargonium helps with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, burns, shingles, herpes, ringworm.

IN cosmetology geranium essential oil It is widely used in both face and body products and is part of anti-cellulite products. There are recipes with geranium oil for the chest, but, nevertheless, we recommend that you be careful when using it. The oil has an estrogen-like effect, and the effects long-term use geraniums on mammary glands were not tracked.
Geranium essential oil has a beneficial effect on all skin types as it balances secretion sebaceous glands, the amount of sebum, increases skin elasticity. Geranium oil is useful for aging, swollen and oily skin and serves as a good cleanser. Activates blood flow, strengthens blood vessels (used for rosacea) and gives healthy color pale skin.
Used in mixtures and creams to prevent stretch marks.
For hair, geranium oil is used in oil or cream masks against hair loss, to care for any type of hair.

Geranium oil is an excellent tonic for the nervous system.
Psychologically Geranium essential oil reduces anxiety and depression, improves mood, promotes concentration, affecting the adrenal cortex, and reduces stress levels.

Combines with orange, bergamot, immortelle, verbena, vetiver, clove, grapefruit, wintergreen, ylang - ylang, ginger, cedar, cypress, cinnamon, lavender, laurel, frankincense, cistus, lemongrass, lemon, litzea, marjoram, mandarin, myrrh, myrtle , juniper, monarda, carrot, mint, palmarosa, patchouli, petitgrain, chamomile, rosemary, rosewood, rose, sandalwood, pine, yarrow, fennel, citronella, tea tree, sage.

WARNING
Geranium essential oil may cause irritation to sensitive skin.
For the same reason, use with caution for dermatitis.
Increases estrogen levels, so should not be used during pregnancy or while taking oral contraceptives.

Please note, that all tips, recommendations and recipes on our website can ONLY be applied to oils from our range. The component composition of each Aromashka essential oil has been tested by us with the help of the French Laboratory Rosier Davenne and meets the highest international standards and requirements.

Specialists with the appropriate knowledge can always check the compliance of each component of essential oils with the required standards using chromatographic analysis data (chromatogram).

Chromatograms are available at all Aromashka offices and representative offices upon prior request. Documents are not sent by mail.

We are not responsible for oils from other companies and will not be able to answer you if difficulties arise.

All information provided on the site is for reference only and should not be considered a treatment guide or call to action. For any health problems or diseases, you should consult a doctor and perceive aromatherapy as additional help for the body. In this case, consultation with an aromatherapist is mandatory.