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Essential Oils
Angelica Root
Anise
Bay
Bergamot
Birch
Black Pepper
Blue Hungarian Chamomile
Buchu Leaf
Cananga Java
Caraway
Cardamom
Carrot Seed
Cassia, Chinese
Cedarleaf
Cedarwood
Celery Seed
Chamomile, Roman
Cinnamon Leaf
Citronella
Clary Sage
Clove Bud
Clove Leaf
Clove Stem
Cognac
Coriander Seed
Cornmint
Cumin
Davana
Dillweed
Eucalyptus
Fennel, Sweet
Galbanum, Terpeneless
Garlic
Geranium
Ginger
Grain Fusel
Grapefruit, California
Gurjun Balsam
Jasmine
Juniper Berry
Lavandin Abrialis
Lavender, Bulgarian
Lavender, French
Lemon
Lemongrass
Lime
Mandarin Orange
Neroli Bigarade
Nutmeg
Onion
Orange
Oregano
Parsley Seed
Patchouli
Peppermint
Petitgrain
Pimento Berry
Pine
Rose, Bulgarian
Rosemary
Sage
Sandalwood
Spearmint
Tagetes
Tangerine
Tea Tree
Thyme
Vanilla
Vetiver
Wintergreen
Ylang Ylang
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Geranium
pelargonium graveolens
General Description
Geranium oil has been used for medicinal purposes since antiquity as a treatment for hemorrhoids, inflammations, excessive menstral bleeding. It has also been used as an aid for diarrhea and peptic ulcers.
How It's Made
This oil is produced by steam distillation from the leaves, stalks, and flowers.
Aroma: Fresh, nutty scent. Strength: Fairly Strong Properties
Nervous System
Helps with Stress-Related Disorders
Helps with Nervous Strain
Helps with Neuralgia
Skin
Reduces Acne
Helps with Dermatitis
Helps Get Rid of Wrinkles
Helps with Burns
Helps with Lice
Helps with Oily Skin
Can be Applied to Bruises
Helps with Ringworm
Helps with Eczema
Helps with Hemorhhoids
Circulation
Increases Circulation
Cellulite
Helps with Breast Engorgement
Respiratory
Helps with Sore Throats
Muscles
Helps with Edema
Other Uses
Helps with Menopausal Problems
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