Botanical Name: Pelargonium roseum, Plant Family, Geraniaceae
 
Aromatic Description: Rose Geranium Essential Oil, derived from the botanical species Pelargonium graveolens, is a beautifully balanced oil known for its sweet, floral scent with rosy, citrusy, and slightly minty undertones. It carries a soft top-to-middle note that is refreshing and grounding, making it a popular choice in perfumery and aromatherapy. Symbolically, Rose Geranium represents emotional balance, heart-centered healing, and feminine energy. Traditionally associated with Venus and the heart chakra, it is emblematic of nurturing, love, and emotional stability.
 
Chemically, Rose Geranium is rich in citronellol and geraniol, which contribute to its antimicrobial and emotionally uplifting properties. It also contains linalool for calming effects, isomenthone and menthone for a refreshing, cooling feel, and, in some varieties, citral, which offers additional antimicrobial and antioxidant support. These constituents make it a versatile oil with many therapeutic benefits.
 
Emotionally, Rose Geranium helps ease anxiety, stabilise mood swings, and promote inner harmony, making it excellent for stress, burnout, or hormonal imbalances. Physically, it supports healthy skin by regulating sebum production and offering antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits, making it suitable for treating acne, eczema, and other skin conditions. It’s also known for supporting women’s health by helping to balance hormones during PMS and menopause, and its mild diuretic action makes it a popular ingredient in blends targeting water retention or cellulite.
 
This oil finds frequent use in skincare products such as facial serums, toners, and creams, as well as in massage oils, bath blends, natural perfumes, and emotional support formulations. It’s also a gentle yet effective natural insect repellent due to its high levels of citronellol and geraniol. Rose Geranium blends beautifully with a wide range of essential oils, particularly citrus oils like bergamot and grapefruit, florals like rose and lavender, and grounding oils like sandalwood and frankincense. Herbal and spicy oils like clary sage, rosemary, cardamom, and ginger also complement it.
 
Rose Geranium Essential Oil is typically extracted via steam distillation from the leaves and stems of the plant. High-quality oils are often sourced from regions such as Madagascar, Reunion Island, Egypt, and South Africa, where climate and soil conditions enhance the aromatic and therapeutic qualities of the plant.
 
This oil is a treasured staple in natural wellness for its ability to nurture skin and spirit. Throughout history, geranium essential oil has been recognised as a powerful remedy for various skin issues, from pimples to scars, promoting transformation.
 
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled