Palmarosa contains between 66 and 84% of Geraniol. Geraniol is attributed with sedative and spasmolytic properties (which suppress spasms).
Identification
Name on label: Palmarosa Essential Oil
Botanical species: Cymbopogon martinii
Family: Grasses
Used part: Herbs
Extraction method: Distillation
Origin: India
Main constituents: Monoterpenols (80 to 95%) (therefore Geraniol 70 to 85%, Linalool 2 to 4%) Esters (5 to 35%) (Geranyl Acetate). Monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, terpenic aldehydes.
Uses: Massages, inhalations, baths, and diffusions.
Properties for external use
- Skin cellular stimulant
- Stimulates blood and lymphatic circulation
- Triple action for the skin: Hydrates the epidermis, stimulates cell regeneration, and regulates sebum secretion.
- Anti-wrinkle
- Antibacterial
- Anti-infective (bactericidal, antiviral, antifungal)
- Healing
- Natural deodorant, for skin application or atmospheric diffusion
- Antistress diffuser (soothing, relaxing)
- Insecticide
Main uses for external use
- Treatment number 1 for acne flare-ups, dermatitis, eczema, unsightly blemishes, or skin infections.
- Blood and lymphatic circulation
- Oily or dry hair
- Dandruff
- Recent scars
- Crevasses
- Eczema
- Excessive sweating (feet, armpits)
- Skin fungus
- Libido (decrease or lack)
- Angina
- Bronchitis
- Sinusitis
- Uplifting that restores good mental balance.
- In diffusion: anxiety, depression, fatigue, hyper-emotionality, irritability, stress, overwork).
User manuals
Point massage: Add 1 drop of palmarosa to a cream or to 4 drops of vegetable oil, then apply to the affected area.
Massage: To achieve a 5% dilution, ideal for massages, mix 5 ml of essential oil with 100 ml of vegetable oil, alcohol-free gel, cream, or virgin massage emulsion.
Inhalation: Apply 2 or 3 drops on a tissue and breathe in for a few minutes. Stop if you feel any discomfort. Repeat as often as necessary OR Boil water, remove from heat, pour into a bowl, add a few drops of essential oil, cover your head with a towel, and breathe gently.
In bath: Add 5 drops of pure essential oil either to water, bath foam, or a handful of sea salt.
Essential oil diffusers: Add a few drops to a diffuser.
Duration: 10 to 15 minutes depending on the size of the room.
Recommendations and precautions for use
IMPORTANT : KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, FLAMES, AND LIGHT. FLAMMABLE.
May be irritating to the skin, use diluted in a vegetable oil
