It has a strong smell with a floral aroma and hints of mint and apple. The main feature of this oil is the ability to balance and uplift. It is used to do both on the mind and body, to ease a host of ailments.
Geranium Essential Oil helps balance oily and dry skin and also brings about balance of the mind, relieving stress and anxiety. It is said to work on the adrenal cortex, which has a balancing effect on the hormone system. Geranium oil has
been used to treat acne, bruises, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, haemorrhoids, ringworm, ulcers, breast engorgement, oedema, poor circulation, sore throat, tonsillitis, PMS, menopausal problems, stress and neuralgia. Its strong smell chases away mosquitoes. Add a few drops to shampoo to get rid of head lice.
These geraniums were believed to keep away spirits, and so they were planted around houses as hedges.
