Geranium Pure Essential Oil / Origin The Reunion Islands

Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium graveolens)

Origin: Native to South Africa, now widely cultivated across Egypt, China, India, Morocco, Réunion Island, and parts of Europe. Egypt is currently the largest producer. The oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and stems of the geranium plant, which belongs to the Geraniaceae (geranium) family. Despite being commonly called "geranium," the essential oil is produced from the Pelargonium genus, not true geraniums (Geranium genus) – the two are related but botanically distinct. There are several named varieties of geranium oil in the trade, the most notable being Bourbon geranium (from Réunion Island), Egyptian geranium, and Chinese geranium, each with subtly different scent profiles influenced by terroir and cultivation methods. Rose geranium (Pelargonium cv. 'Rose') is a specific cultivar with a more pronounced rosy character. Geranium has been one of the most widely used and versatile oils in perfumery since the 19th century.

Scent: Sweet, green, and richly floral with a warm, rosy, slightly herbaceous character. Lively and complex – there's a distinctive, bright, rose-like sweetness balanced by a fresh, minty, green sharpness. Faintly fruity and citrusy with a subtle, earthy, slightly peppery depth. Warm, rounded, and beautifully balanced – a classic, versatile floral-herbaceous scent that bridges the worlds of rose and herb. Bourbon geranium tends to be softer and more rosy, Egyptian geranium brighter and more green, and Chinese geranium more herbaceous and lemony. One of the most versatile and widely used oils in perfumery.

Uses:

• A staple of natural perfumery – one of the most versatile and widely used floral-herbaceous materials, adding a rosy, green sweetness and gentle complexity to blends
• A popular addition to diffuser blends, bringing a warm, fresh, floral atmosphere to any space
• Widely used in candle making and soap crafting for its bright, rosy, herbal character
• Used in natural household products for its fresh, clean, floral scent profile
• Blends beautifully with rose, lavender, bergamot, cedarwood, sandalwood, frankincense, clary sage, neroli, patchouli, and citrus oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for floral, herbal, rose, chypre, and fougère compositions
• Often used as an affordable complement to rose oil in blending, extending and enhancing the rosy character

Important Information:

• For External Use Only
  
• Geranium oil varies in scent profile depending on origin – Bourbon, Egyptian, Chinese, and other origins each have distinct characteristics. Specify origin where possible for transparency
• Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before applying to skin
• May cause skin sensitivity in some individuals – always perform a patch test before use
• Consult a qualified professional before use if pregnant or nursing
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store in a cool, dark place to preserve freshness

Available in 10ml, 30ml, 50ml and 100ml sizes

Supplied in glass amber bottles with inbuilt dropper and tamper evident cap

Certificate of Analysis on request.

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