Description
Palmarosa – Cymbopogon martinii
Origin
India
Note
Middle
Folk Names
Indian geranium or Turkish geranium oil,
Plant Part
Dried leaves of grass
Extraction Method
Steam distilled
Folk Powers
Bactericide in wells and food
Aromatic Scent
Sweet and rose-like aroma is very calming yet refreshing
Blends Well With
Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood Atlas, Fennel, Neroli, Orange, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Pine, Rose, Lemongrass, Lemon, Mandarin, Ylang Ylang. .
Description
- Used in skincare, essential oil of Palmarosa excels at keeping a healthy complexion, retaining moisture in the tissues and maintaining the moisture balance throughout your body. It keeps the skin soft, moist, and looking young.
- Palmarosa balances sebum production, stimulates cellular regeneration, encourages elasticity, moisturises dry and mature skin, plus it effectively combats acne, dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis.
- Palmarosa is capable of reducing fever by virtue of its antiviral, antibacterial and antiseptic properties.
- Aromatherapists recommend it as an oil to diffuse during flu epidemics. Its action against viral illnesses (Palmarosa curbs and inhibits the duplication of the virus and successfully eliminates it) and bacteria – coupled with the attractive smell – make it a great oil to use to disinfect a room.
- When applied externally on wounds, it protects them from infections and also kills any bacteria that have already grown on them.
- Palmarosa oil inhibits bacterial growth in the genito-urinary tracts and provides protection against septic conditions.
- Furthermore, it helps cure sores, cracks on the skin and Athlete’s Foot.
Uses
- Diluted to 2% or less in a carrier oil for old acne scars, for wrinkles (especially those occurring after long exposure to sun) and broken veins
- In a diffuser, inhibits bacterial growth in the genito-urinary tracts and provides protection against septic conditions. Useful during flu epidemics to disinfect a room
Emotions
Palmarosa releases emotions of shut down, resentment and powerlessness that come from a closed heart. Fights depression, fatigue, anxiety, anger and nervousness, while also having an uplifting effect on the mind.
Contraindications
GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe)
Active Ingredients
Geraniol, Geranyl acetate, (E,Z)-Farnesol, Linalool, (E)-β–Ocimene, β–Caryophyllene, Geranial, Caryophyllene oxide, β–Myrcene, Elemol, (Z,Z)-Farnesol
Cautions
- Essential oils can be powerful so to avoid all risks do not use during pregnancy.
- Keep away from clothing or articles which may be affected by oil-based products.
- Use sparingly and no more than 4 times per day.
- Gluten, peanut and dairy free.
- Non-GMO.
- Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
- If you are using existing medication, please consult your doctor before using any complementary products and check for pharmaceutical interactions by accessing this page https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions.html
- The information provided in these areas are for educational purposes only. Do not consider this information to be accurate or complete.
- We do not offer this information to diagnose or cure any disease or ailment, and it does not constitute medical advice of any kind.
