Geranium oil is a popular choice in aromatherapy due to its many health benefits. People use it to improve physical, mental and emotional wellbeing in a natural way.
The Egyptians first used geranium oil to create beautiful skin. Today, people use it for acne, reducing inflammation, easing anxiety and balancing hormones. It can also lift your mood, reduce tiredness and support emotional health with its sweet scent.
What Is Geranium Oil?
Geranium oil comes from the stems, leaves and flowers of the geranium plant. It’s generally safe to use and doesn’t irritate most people. It works as an antidepressant, antiseptic and helps heal wounds.
Geranium oil may be one of the best oils for many common skin problems including oily skin, eczema and dermatitis.
Is there a difference between geranium oil and rose geranium oil? Both oils come from the same plant family, but from different varieties. They’re very similar in their helpful properties, but some people prefer the smell of one over the other.
Geranium oil contains many helpful compounds including eugenol, geranic, citronellol, geraniol, linalool and others that give it its healing powers.
Geranium oil can help with:
- Balancing hormones
- Reducing stress
- Easing depression
- Lowering inflammation
- Improving blood flow
- Menopause symptoms
- Dental health
- Lowering blood pressure
- Healthier skin
10 Geranium Oil Uses & Benefits
1. Wrinkle Reducer
Rose geranium oil helps treat ageing, wrinkled or dry skin. It tightens facial skin and slows down ageing effects.
Add two drops of geranium oil to your face cream and use it twice daily. You might see your wrinkles start to fade after a week or two.
2. Muscle Helper
Feeling sore after a workout? Geranium oil can help with muscle cramps, aches and pains.
Mix five drops of geranium oil with one tablespoon of jojoba oil and massage it into your skin, focusing on your muscles.
3. Infection Fighter
Studies show geranium oil fights at least 24 different types of bacteria and fungi. These germ-fighting powers help protect your body from infection.
For cuts or wounds, apply two drops of geranium oil mixed with coconut oil twice a day until healed.
For athlete’s foot, add five drops of geranium oil to a warm foot bath with sea salt twice daily.
4. Skin Enhancer
With its germ-killing and anti-inflammatory properties, geranium oil boosts skin health. It helps treat acne, dermatitis and other skin problems.
Mix a teaspoon of coconut oil with five drops of geranium oil and apply to problem areas twice daily. Or add two drops to your face or body wash.
5. Respiratory Infection Relief
Geranium extract may help ease symptoms of sinus infections, common colds and bronchitis in both adults and children.
Use a diffuser, inhale geranium oil twice daily, or rub it on your throat and under your nose.
6. Nerve Pain Relief
Studies show geranium oil can reduce nerve pain, like the pain after shingles, when applied to the skin. Full-strength oil works better than diluted versions.
Make a massage oil with three drops of geranium oil and a tablespoon of coconut oil. Rub it into painful areas.
7. Mood Booster
Geranium oil improves mental function and lifts mood. It helps people with depression, anxiety and anger through its calming, sweet floral scent.
Research shows pregnant women who smell geranium oil during labour feel less anxious and have lower blood pressure. It also helps with depression in women after menopause.
8. Anti-inflammatory Aid
Inflammation links to many health problems. Research shows geranium oil may work better and more safely than some medications to reduce inflammation in the body.
9. Insect Repellent
Geranium oil keeps mosquitoes and other bugs away. Mix it with water to make a natural bug spray that’s safer than chemical options.
10. Natural Deodorant
Since geranium oil leaves your body through sweat and kills bacteria, it works as a natural deodorant making you smell fresh.
Mix five drops of geranium oil with five tablespoons of water in a spray bottle for a natural, pleasant-smelling perfume.
How to Use Geranium Oil
Geranium oil works well in hair products, especially for dry hair or dandruff. You can make your own conditioner with:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 10 drops of geranium oil
Mix together in a spray bottle, shake before using, spray on hair, leave for five minutes, then rinse.
You can also add geranium oil to shampoo, soap or lotion. It mixes well with many other oils like chamomile, jasmine, bergamot, lemon, rose and peppermint.
Geranium Oil Side Effects
Some people may develop a rash or burning feeling when using geranium oil on their skin. Test a small area first. Avoid applying near your eyes as it can cause irritation.
If taking by mouth, use small amounts as the safety of larger doses isn’t known.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid geranium oil as it affects hormone levels. Don’t use it on babies or young children.
For adults, geranium oil is usually safe when diluted with a carrier oil like coconut or jojoba oil before applying to skin.
Check with your doctor before using geranium oil if you have health concerns or take medication.
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