Geranium

Latin Name
Pelargonium graveolens

Herb Class/Action
• Hormone balancer
• Astringent
• Antidepressant
• Antibacterial
• Skin tonic

Parts Used
Leaves and flowers (distilled for essential oil)

Flavors
Floral, sweet, slightly minty (note: generally aromatic, not consumed internally)

Energetics
Cooling, harmonizing, gently uplifting

Traditional Benefits
Traditionally used in Africa and Europe for wound healing and hormonal imbalances, Geranium is known for its gentle regulatory effects on mood and the endocrine system. It has been a go-to for emotional and skin healing alike.

A Natural Allergy Ally
Geranium essential oil may help balance the immune response and soothe skin reactions. Its antimicrobial and astringent properties help prevent infections from scratching irritated skin.

A Herb for Seasonal Support
During hormonal shifts, seasonal affective dips, or skin disruptions from weather change, geranium restores emotional and dermal balance.

How It Works
Geranium balances hormones by supporting the adrenal and pituitary glands and stabilizes the nervous system. Topically, it improves skin tone, reduces inflammation, and strengthens capillaries. Aromatically, it calms anxiety and lifts the mood.

Best Ways to Use It
Tinctures/Extracts: Not commonly used internally—best utilized as essential oil.
Herbal teas: Not typical. The scent and properties are best delivered through inhalation or skin application.
Topical applications: Add to facial oils, creams, or baths to balance hormones and support healthy skin.

Fun Fact
Though often mistaken for rose oil due to its floral scent, geranium oil is more stable, affordable, and excellent for hormone-sensitive skin types.

A Herb for Modern Use
Geranium oil shines in skincare, emotional balance, and women’s health. Its uplifting scent and regulating effects make it a staple in hormone-balancing, anxiety-reducing, and complexion-clarifying routines.