Commonly known as: Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil (I.N.C.I.), also known as Pelargonium rosae, Egyptian Geranium, Florist's Geranium, Scented Geranium, and Pelargonium asperum.
Botanical name: Pelargonium graveolens.
Extraction process: Distillation by steam stripping.
Family: Geraniaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Leaves.
Cultivation area, origin: Africa (Morocco, Egypt, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique).
Blooming: From May until the first morning frosts (usually in October).
Origin, provenance: Egypt.
Phytochemical composition: Monoterpenols (citronellol, geraniol, linalool), terpenic esters (geranyl formate, geranyl acetate, citronellyl formate), monoterpenones, sesquiterpenols, isomenthone, guaia-6,9-diene, geranyl butyrate, geranyl tiglate.
Sensory properties: Appearance: Mobile liquid; Colour: Yellowish-green to dark green; Scent: Floral, rosy, slightly sweet.
Physical properties: Density = 0.88 - 0.91; Insoluble in water; Refractive index: 1.46 - 1.48.
Concerns: Tonic, astringent, soothing, purifying, strengthening, anti-inflammatory.
Effect: All skin types, particularly oily, mature, acne-prone and dry skins; All hair types; Recommended for the prevention and treatment of stretch marks.
Facial Care (creams, serums, exfoliants, cleansing gels, oils, masks, eye contour treatments); Body Care (stretch mark massage oils, lotions, scrubs, balms); Hair Care (shampoos, conditioners, masks, hair oils); Hygiene (deodorants, solid soaps, liquid soaps, intimate gels, bath salts).
Essential oils are sensitive to UV radiation. That's why it's recommended to store them in an amber glass bottle, shielded from heat and light.
Potentially allergenic. For topical application, do not use on children under 8 years old. Diluted topical use is possible for pregnant women over 3 months, upon medical advice. Do not use pure essential oil on the skin or mucous membranes. Essential oils should not be applied to the eyes, the area around the eyes, or inside the ears.
Note : It is advisable to test the essential oil before using it (two drops in the crook of the elbow for at least 24 hours to ensure there is no reaction).