Palmarosa contains between 66 and 84% Geraniol. Geraniol is known for its sedative and spasmolytic properties (which suppress spasms).
Identification
Label name: Palmarosa essential oil
Botanical species: Cymbopogon martini
Family: Poaceae
Part used: Herbs
Extraction method: Distillation
Origin: India
Main constituents: Monoterpenols (80 to 95%) (Geraniol 70 to 85%, Linalool 2 to 4%) Esters (5 to 35%) (Geranyl acetate). Monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, terpene aldehydes.
Uses: Massages, inhalations, baths, and diffusions.
Properties for external use
- Stimulates skin cell renewal
- Stimulates blood and lymphatic circulation
- Triple action for the skin: Hydrates the epidermis, stimulates cell regeneration, and regulates sebum secretion
- Anti-wrinkle
- Antibacterial
- Antifungal (bactericidal, antiviral, antifungal)
- Healing
- Natural deodorant, for skin application or atmospheric diffusion
- Anti-stress when diffused (calming, relaxing)
- Insecticide
Main external uses
- Top treatment for acne, dermatitis, eczema, unsightly pimples, or skin infections
- Blood and lymphatic circulation
- Oily or dry hair
- Dandruff
- Recent scars
- Cracks
- Eczema
- Excessive sweating (feet, armpits)
- Skin fungus
- Libido (low or lack)
- Sore throat
- Bronchitis
- Sinusitis
- Revitalizes and restores mental balance
- When diffused: anxiety, depression, fatigue, hypersensitivity, irritability, stress, overwork
Directions for use
Spot massage: Add 1 drop of palmarosa to a cream or 4 drops of vegetable oil, then apply to the affected area.
Massage: For 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 handkerchief and breathe for a few minutes. Stop if you feel any discomfort. Repeat as often as necessary OR Boil water, remove from heat, pour into a dish, add a few drops of essential oil, cover your head with a towel and breathe gently.
In the bath: Pour 5 drops of pure essential oil into the 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 room size.
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
