Palmarosa is high in geraniol. The current batch we have contains 75%.
What is so great about geraniol?
- It is cooling. When you make a spray with an oil high in geraniol (try palmarosa) and spray it on the back of you neck on a hot summer day, the relief comes fast! You can also try a cool palmarosa lotion after your shower.
- It is antifungal. I know that fungus is not as much fun to talk about as palmarosa lotion, but if you are dealing with a fungus, palmarosa is your oil. Not only will it help to calm the fungus but it will nourish the skin around the fungus too.
- It is anti-inflammatory. We all know that when you reduce inflammation, you reduce pain. Enough said?
Do you have a favorite palmarosa recipe you can share?
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I have a sore throat blend made with Palmarosa, and it works! In 1 oz. lotion, add 4 drops Palmarosa, 4 drops Lemongrass, 2 drops Patchouli, and 8 drops Sandalwood. Apply to the throat to relieve sore throat symptoms.
“Acceptance” Body Oil
Palmarosa is a fairly new oil for me. I tend to gravitate to my ‘old favorites’. Glad to step out of the box
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Neroli(Citrus aurantium var. amara): 2 drops
Thyme ct. Linalol(Thymus vulgaris ct. linalol): 2 drops
Palmarosa(Cymbopogan martini): 2 drops
Vanilla infused Jojoba Oil(Simmondsia chinensis): 1 oz.
Jatropha Flower Essence: 1 drop
This is fantastic information about the chemical component geraniol. Understanding this makes blending and creating products so much easier.
Great source!
Such great information about the chemical components. This makes it much easier to blend therapeutically.
Thanks
Cha
Such great information about the chemical components. This makes it much easier to blend therapeutically. Wonderful
Thanks
Cha