Palmarosa Essential Oil
Botanical name: Cymbopogan martini
Part used: Dried grass.
Method: Steam distilled.
Colour: pale yellow.
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery note: middle.
Aroma: Fresh, floral, rose like.
Warnings:
There are no specific warnings, Palmarosa is listed as GRAS, but it is always advisable to do a skin sensitivity test, and to avoid during pregnancy unless used under professional supervision
Botanical name: Cymbopogan martini
Part used: Dried grass.
Method: Steam distilled.
Colour: pale yellow.
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery note: middle.
Aroma: Fresh, floral, rose like.
- Palmarosa is so named because of it’s rose-like scent, also known as Indian geranium for the same reason, they are in no way related.
- The plant is a tall grass, of the same family as Citronella and Lemongrass.
- Palmarosa is used as Rose oil substitute, or added to it to make it more economical.
- The main use of this oil is in skin products, it is antiseptic, anti viral, and anti bacterial, so is good for feet, heel cracks and athlete’s foot.
- Used in skin lotions it is hydrating and anti aging, as well as soothing.
- Add Palmarosa oil to a carrier and massage affected area to relieve pain.
- In aromatherapy it is considered a relaxing and uplifting oil and is used to alleviate stress, exhaustion and nervousness.
Warnings:
There are no specific warnings, Palmarosa is listed as GRAS, but it is always advisable to do a skin sensitivity test, and to avoid during pregnancy unless used under professional supervision
