The Magic of Rose Geranium
If you have ever brushed past a Pelargonium (or Rose Geranium) plant in the summer, you already know the magic it holds. These wonderful houseplants release a beautiful scent from their leaves at the slightest touch, infusing the air with rosy, refreshing aromas.
Beyond their lovely scent, they are highly practical plants. They are widely believed to deter mosquitoes and moths. A wonderful workshop tip is to dry the leaves until they are crisp, then tuck them into small sachets or linen bags to place inside your drawers or wardrobes. You can even use the fresh leaves as a unique flavouring in cooking—they go especially well with blackberries in a homemade jelly!
There are many varieties of scented pelargoniums to enjoy, such as 'Attar of Roses', 'Lady Plymouth', and 'Orange Fizz'. Propagating them is easy and has guaranteed results: simply take a small cutting in September to get strong, floriferous plants the following year.
What is Rose Geranium essential oil good for?
In aromatherapy, Rose Geranium is celebrated for its ability to balance emotions. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, or mentally fatigued, the sweet, rosy aroma helps calm the nervous system while lifting your mood. It essentially acts as a natural reset button for a hectic day.
The Benefits of Rose Geranium for Mind and Body
When we distill the young leaves of this plant, we get the pure essential oil (Pelargonium graveolens). While our previous look at how we craft our olive oil soap focused on nourishing the skin barrier, Rose Geranium essential oil brings its own distinct, therapeutic benefits to your daily routine:
- Balances and Calms the Mind: The sweet, floral aroma acts as a natural stress-reliever, helping to soothe anxiety and promote emotional balance after a long day.
- Nourishes and Tones Skin: When used in skincare, it acts as a natural astringent, helping to tighten the skin, clear complexions, and balance natural oil production.
- Enhances Mood and Energy: The refreshing, rosy notes help lift a heavy mood, clearing mental fatigue and bringing a sense of summer brightness indoors.
Bring the Summer Garden into Your Home
In the workshop, we use this pure essential oil to capture the fleeting scent of a summer garden so you can enjoy its balancing benefits all year round.
If you want to experience the uplifting power of Pelargonium graveolens, you can explore our handmade, natural creations:
Rose Geranium Room Mist: We capture the true scent of the summer garden in a protective violet glass bottle, perfect for refreshing your living space or linens.
Rose Geranium Soap: Handcrafted using the same gentle, skin-loving method as our signature olive oil soaps, this bar cleanses without stripping your skin, leaving behind a delicate floral trail.
Pure Rose Geranium Essential Oil: Ideal for your home diffuser or oil burner to instantly create a calming, balanced sanctuary.
