Essential Oil, Rose Geranium South African

Name: Rose Geranium

Botanical Name: Pelargonium roseum X asperum

Main Constituents: Citronelloll 26.8%, Geraniol 23.6%

Origin: South Africa

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Part of Plant: Petals

Description & Colour: Colourless to pale yellow liquid, thin consistency

Aromatic Summary: A rich, warm and sweet floral scent, Rose Geranium is not a replacement for real rose oil. A middle note with a medium aroma

Flashpoint: 116.2°C

Storage:  Transfer out of any metal and shipping containers (used for safe shipping), keep in dark glass container 

Safety Notes: For external use only; dilute before use. May cause skin irritations, a skin test is recommended prior to use, avoid contact with eyes. Avoid During Pregnancy

Usage: Antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-aging, digestive, lowers stress, reduces inflammation. Commonly used in perfumery, cosmetics, soaps, fragrances, lotions, and to stretch more expensive oils like Rose oil

Blends well with: Basil, Bergamot, Carrot seed, Cedarwood, Citronella, Clary sage, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lime, Orange, Palma Rosa, Rose, Rosemary, citruses, and florals.

Rose Geranium is a type of Geranium plant with leaves that smell strongly of roses. Native to South Africa the plant spread to the Mediterranean and Madagascar. The oil has been used for centuries for skin treatment and digestive relief.