Palmarosa

Palmarosa is a sweet, rosy like aroma. Pale yellow or pale olive in colour. It is one of the best natural sources of geraniol, which has a sweet, rose-like aroma, and is thus very popular with soap and cosmetic manufacturers. It is particularly good for tension and exhaustion and helps to relax.

Try adding 5 drops of Palmarosa, 2 drops of Ylang Ylang and 2 drops of Sandalwood to 30ml of Peach Kernel Oil for a pampering body oil.

To help aid relaxation after a stressful day, blend 2 drops of Palmarosa and 1 drop of Geranium in a teaspoonful of Sweet Almond oil and swish into a warm bath. Soak for at least 10 minutes.

Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Calmative, Digestive stimulant, Neurotonic.

Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.

Chakra: Heart, Brow, Solar Plexus. 

Chinese Element: Fire.

Plant Family: Poaceae (Gramineae).

Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the whole cut herb, i.e. the flowering heads, the leaves and stalks.

Madagascar is known to produce the finest Palmarosa oil. It also comes from India.