Benefits of geranium oil and tips for its use

At the word "geranium", most people subconsciously develop a houseplant with bright colors and a characteristic smell. But few people know that it is possible to obtain a very useful essential oil from geranium, which is recommended for cosmetic purposes. Geranium is an economical yet highly versatile cosmetic raw material that can also be prepared at home.

The presented cosmetic is obtained by distilling any elements of the culture. In the manufacture of oil, both inflorescences and stems are consumed. 1 ml of the product can be obtained using 1 kg of the plant. In general, at present, more than two hundred varieties of culture have been studied, but not every variety is suitable for making ether. Only two types can be used in the preparation of the product - lemon and pink.

People who are not versed in perfumery, as well as those who first encountered geranium ether, may confuse it with rose oil. These two remedies are indeed somewhat similar, but differ in their therapeutic effect. Geranium oil has the following features:

• the color is yellow or light green, as determined by the variety of the plant variety;

• the smell is specific, slightly tart, you can feel subtle inclusions of citrus, rose, mint aromas;

• the liquid is transparent, has a high fluidity, is characterized by good solubility in other agents;

• it is customary to store this oil in a dark sealed bottle at room temperature for five years.

It contains more than 67 substances that determine the beneficial properties. The following elements are considered the most useful:

• nerol;

• terpineol;

• pectin;

• alcohols;

• phytoestrogens;

• aldehydes;

• formic and tiglic acid.

Of the vitamins, vitamins A deserve more attention, which are responsible for the beauty of the hair, and E, which are capable of regenerating the skin integuments destroyed by external factors. As already noted, in the manufacture of oil, all parts of the plant are used, due to which the richness of the composition is further enhanced. The roots enrich the oil with phenols, the green parts - with phenolic compounds, starch, hemicellulose, the leaves saturate the preparation with flavonoids, pigments, phenol carboxylic acids.

The scope of this magical remedy is huge. Let's consider the main possibilities of using oil.

In medicine, it has long been known about the restorative functions of this drug. However, it cannot be called a medicine, it is still an auxiliary product that can provide the necessary effect only in combination with real drugs in the treatment of certain diseases.

In folk medicine, the following beneficial properties of the remedy are known:

• tonic;

• astringents;

• anthelmintic;

• antiseptic;

• antiviral;

• pain relievers.

All these qualities allow the oil to provide effective assistance in the fight against the following ailments.

• Diseases of the mouth, throat, ears. Thanks to the tool, it is possible to block pain symptoms and inflammatory processes in these organs.

• The tool has a beneficial effect on cardiac activity, stabilizes blood circulation, pressure, heart rate.

• It is an effective product for the restoration of women's health. Thanks to the oil, it is possible to reduce pain during critical days, it also helps to transfer menopause, and normalizes hormonal levels.

• It is possible to use the remedy in the event of a fungus, herpes rashes. It provides quick healing of burns.

• Thanks to the use of the drug, the level of sugar in the blood decreases, the development of cancer cells in the body stops.

• Often the remedy is used for symptoms of neuralgia and neuritis, as it can relieve pain and swelling.

It is believed that the product is capable of absorbing carcinogens and other harmful substances. It is also an excellent helper in the fight against insects. It is also allowed to use oil in cooking, for example, to add a special piquant aroma to dishes and drinks.

The aromatherapy method can be used to normalize the psycho-emotional sphere of a person. Geranium pairs, saturated with all kinds of useful elements, can improve mood, relieve fear and anxiety, and improve physical and mental abilities. Aromatherapy soothes, relieves stress, positively affects performance, relieves insomnia.

In this case, the oil occupies a special niche. It has universal properties and in combination with other means able to solve almost any skin problem:

• it is an effective preparation for too dry or oily dermis;

• oil allows you to eliminate skin rashes, relieves swelling;

• provides the skin with protection from early aging, gives the face freshness and healthy color;

• has a beneficial effect in the treatment of minor abrasions and cracks, it helps well with frostbite or burns;

• it is also an excellent remedy for teenage skin problems, it restores the epidermis and regulates the fat balance;

The oil also has a special effect on hair health. Depending on the method of application, the product can act on the following hair problems.

• Dandruff and itching. Geranium oil is good for fighting these troubles.

• Pediculosis. It is not customary to talk about this problem out loud, so there is no one to consult about an effective drug against lice. The smell of geranium repels any insects, including hair parasites.

• Increased oily hair. The tool normalizes the production of subcutaneous fat, thereby eliminating this common problem.

• Hair loss. It is impossible to return lost hair, but oil will stop this process, as well as restore hair lost as a result of mechanical stress. Ester nourishes hair follicles and accelerates hair growth.

Despite the many useful properties that the presented remedy has on the body, this drug is also capable of causing harm. Before use, read the cases when the use of geranium ether is prohibited:

• you can not use oil for women carrying a child;

• if the child's age is less than 6 years old, then it should also be limited as much as possible from the use of ether;

• hypersensitivity of the skin is a contraindication for the use of the product;

• you can not use the oil for people who are allergic to geranium;

• individual intolerance to the components is also a limitation for its use.

It is necessary to consult with a specialist before buying oil, and also avoid using pure ether - it can only be used diluted. A negative reaction of the body can be caused by a product in the production of which not all the rules were followed, so many women prefer to cook geranium oil on their own.

A woman's face should always look young and healthy, but in the conditions of the modern pace of life, it is difficult to maintain a beautiful complexion. The presented tool will help get rid of various skin problems, and will also have a preventive effect. Try the following applications.

• Refreshing tonic. We combine geranium ether (4 drops), flower water (1 glass), alcohol (1 tbsp. L.), Medicinal chamomile (2 s. L.) And rose oil, shake and process the skin with a cotton pad twice a day.

• Nourishing mask. Mix white clay (2 tbsp. L.) And beaten egg white, drip a little geranium ether and a little cornflower blue water into the mixture, mix. Leave it on the face for 15 minutes and rinse it off with warm running water.

• Scrub. Combine in a common container grated moisturizing soap (50 g), oatmeal (½ cup), a little geranium oil, ground almonds (50 g), mix thoroughly. We spread the resulting product in a gauze bag, dip it into water for a couple of seconds and massage the face for about three minutes, after which we wash.

There are many different ways to treat your body with these oils.

• Aromavannas. To create a cleansing bath, add 3 drops of geranium, juniper and lemon oils and a drop of ginger oil to the water.To prepare a bath that has a beneficial effect on the skin of the body during the formation of an "orange peel", you need to drop 5, 3, 2 drops of lemon, geranium and juniper ethers into the water. respectively.

• Breast tightening agent. Mix 10 drops of geranium and ylang-ylang ether and 20 ml each of almond or jojoba oil. With the resulting composition, we lubricate the décolleté and chest area after its preliminary cleansing. Do not wash off the product, leave it until it is absorbed.

• Hand mask. To prepare an effective mask against peeling and redness of the skin of the hands, combine in one bowl warm sour cream (1 tablespoon), 5 drops each of geranium, orange, and myrrh oil. Lubricate the skin of the hands to the elbows with the product, leave for 30 minutes and rinse with warm water.

• Massage Oil. We mix oils of immortelle (2 drops), cedar (2 drops), kayaput (3 drops), geranium (5 drops), sesame ether (2 tablespoons). We use the resulting mixture as massage oil. This recipe was created to disperse lymph, it relaxes muscles, relieves joint pain.

Geranium oil makes it possible to use it for hair as part of various cosmetics. You can add it to shampoo, balm, regenerating foam and other cosmetics, and you can try to make your own folk remedy for hair care.

• Strengthening conditioner. Mix 10 drops of geranium ether, 150 ml of water and 2 tbsp. l vinegar and use a spray bottle to process the hair. Leave for 5-10 minutes and wash off with shampoo. You can also add a little oil to the shampoo. This recipe helps to regenerate natural pH, strengthen hair follicles and prevent hair loss.

• Mask. Combine 5 drops of rosemary and geranium oils, 6 drops of cedarwood ether and 10 ml of oil carrier. Apply to hair and leave for 30 minutes, then rinse with shampoo.

• Aroma combing. Lubricate the comb with 2-3 drops of oil and comb the hair for 5-7 minutes. This should be done daily. The procedure will ensure healthy blood circulation, restore dry and damaged hair.

It was already noted above that the purchased oil due to disruption of production processes can provoke unpleasant consequences, for example, cause an allergic reaction or itching on the skin. Therefore, for complete confidence in the quality of the product, it is recommended to prepare the oil yourself. Moreover, it is not difficult at all.

We need the greens of the plant, collected during the flowering period - 1 kg.

Cooking.

• Thoroughly wash the raw materials, dry them, chop the herbs into small pieces.

• We put the workpiece in a glass container and fill it with water so that all the contents are hidden.

• We close the container with a lid and cut a hole in the lid through which we insert a thin tube. We seal the area of ​​contact between the lid and the tube.

• The end of the tube, which is exposed outside, is lowered into an empty bottle. Place the bottle itself in a glass half filled with ice cubes.

• We put the jar, where the geranium is located, in a water bath. Oil drops will appear in the bottle as the plant warms up.

This method is effective, but its main disadvantage is the insignificant amount of the product obtained. In this case, you will need to spend a lot of plants. Usually 10 kg of a plant produces 10 ml of ether. The infusion method is considered more convenient.

We need:

• flowers and leaves of a plant - 200 g;

• alcohol - 250 ml;

• olive oil 50 ml.

Cooking.

• Fill the crushed plant with alcohol, ordinary vodka will do.

• We tightly close the container with a lid and place it for 14 days on the section of the window where the direct rays of the sun fall.

• Add olive oil to the container and leave for another 14 days. You can use almond or peach oil instead of olive oil.

Most reviews of geranium oil are positive. Consumers are surprised that a product that is extracted from a plant with such a specific scent can be saturated with such an attractive and fragrant aroma. Women are happy with the price of the drug and strongly advise using it for skin and hair care. More often than not, customers simply drip a little oil into regular cosmetics. Many housewives recommend using oil when cleaning the floor to fill the house with a pleasant aroma, as well as to scent the linen cabinet.

There are practically no negative reviews about it, however, some consumers do not trust the purchased product, believing that natural essential oil extracted from real flowers cannot be so cheap, therefore they recommend making geranium oil on their own.

The properties of geranium oil and its use are described in the video.