Name Geranium Essential Oil Description Geranium essential oil is the distilled volatiles from Pelargonium graveolens. Benefits Antimicrobial Properties: Geraniol, a main constituent of geranium essential oil, has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against various bacteria and fungi.
Antioxidant: It exhibits antioxidant properties, which can help in reducing oxidative stress in cells, including in the liver. Anticancer: Geraniol has been found to inhibit certain cancers. Considerations • Allergies
Some people can experience allergic reactions to geranium essential oil. • Skin Irritation
Can cause skin irritation at high concentrations. Synonyms Geranium Oil
Pelargonium graveolens
Pelargonium graveolens (geranium) essential oil Research Sources https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/637566
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27683099/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34889889/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33274899/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29745075/ Summary Safety depends on concentration used and personal sensitivities.
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