Aromantic | Geranium Essential Oil

Geranium Essential Oil

INCI: Pelargonium graveolens Flower Oil

A distinctive, sweet and intensely floral essential oil with a rich rosy aroma. Geranium is a versatile addition to skincare, haircare, body care and home fragrance formulations.

Product Description

A clear, mobile liquid with a pale yellow to green colour, obtained through the steam distillation of Bourbon Geranium flowers.

According to the Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng), Geranium Essential Oil has a masking function.

For further information, visit the CosIng Database.

How to Use

Skin Care

Geranium Essential Oil is suitable for all skin types and is particularly well suited to formulations designed for mature skin.

It can also be incorporated into products formulated for both oily and dry skin, including creams, gels and body wraps.

Its versatile character makes it suitable for men's aftershave products, where it can be used in formulations designed to care for skin following shaving.

Geranium Essential Oil can also be used in wraps and body sculpting products.

Hair Care

Add to shampoos and hair masks formulated for oily hair.

It can also be incorporated into holiday shampoos designed to help repel insects.

Home & Aromatherapy

Geranium's strong floral fragrance makes it a versatile choice for freshening both personal and home environments.

Use in an oil burner or diffuser to fill your space with its characteristic rosy aroma.

It can also be added to the fabric softener compartment of a washing machine to freshen bedding.

Suggested Blends

• Melissa – combine with Geranium for a complementary aromatic blend.
• Calendula-infused oil – use together as an astringent formulation.
• Lavender & Rosemary Verbenone – create a classic herbal fragrance for shampoos and conditioners.
• Spearmint, Lavender & Rosemary – combine for a fresh, herbal-inspired body wash.

Cautions & Contraindications

Using excessive amounts may cause localised dermatitis. Avoid use during pregnancy. Geranium Essential Oil should be used in small amounts, as excessive quantities can produce an overly strong or unpleasant aroma.