Geranium Essential Oil Uses
Statements with asterisks refer to internal use. PLEASE understand essential oils are highly concentrated and many people have done serious damage to themselves by ingesting essential oils. I am not promoting or advocating for the ingestion of essential oils! Do so at your own risk as well as do your own research, and consult a physician when necessary.
Primary Benefits
- Promotes the appearance of clear, healthy skin
- Naturally repels insects
- Gives hair a vibrant, healthy glow
Geranium has an herbaceous, green, floral, sweet, and dry aroma.
Combine Geranium with fractionated coconut oil to give your partner a sensual massage.
Apply this essential oil directly to the skin or enjoy an aromatherapy steam facial to beautify the skin.
Apply Geranium to the skin after a shower for a smoothing effect.
Add a few drops to shampoo or conditioner for a healthy, vibrant glow.
Try adding a few drops of Geranium to shampoo to help keep the scalp looking healthy and clean.
Combine Geranium with Lavender, Melaleuca, and Peppermint to make your own oral rinse.
Apply Geranium to the armpits after a sweaty workout or a day in the sun.
Add a few drops to your daily moisturizer to keep your skin looking healthy.
Place one drop in the palms of your hands, rub them together, and cup over the nose and mouth. Then breathe slowly for a calming, grounding effect.
Add Geranium to your next DIY potpourri.
This essential oil naturally repels insects.
Geranium may support a healthy urinary tract.*
This essential oil supports healthy immune function and response.*
It may support healthy blood pressure that is already in the normal range.*
It may support healthy blood sugar levels that are already in the normal range.*
Geranium may contain cleansing properties when applied topically to the feet alone or with other essential oils such as Oregano, Thyme, Cinnamon Bark, Lemongrass, Clove, Peppermint, or Lavender.
Geranium contains internal cleansing properties.*
Geranium may help to maintain the general health of a variety of organs and organ systems.*
Geranium blends well with Basil, Bergamot, Cassia, Coriander, Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Cypress. Fennel, Ginger, Grapefruit, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Melissa, Wild Orange, Patchouli, Peppermint, Tangerine, Rose, Rosemary, and Ylang Ylang.
Common Uses
- Use in an aromatherapy steam facial to beautify skin.
- Add a drop to your moisturizer for a smoothing effect.
- Geranium is great for both dry and oily hair. Apply a few drops to your shampoo or conditioner bottle, or make your own deep hair conditioner.
- Diffuse aromatically for a calming effect.
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with fractionated coconut oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
