(Pelargonium rosa)

Culture
Organic farming

Family
Geraniaceae

Biochemical profile
Citronnellol, géraniol, formiate de citronnellyle, formiate de géranyle, iso-menthone, linalol

Part used
Leaves, steam distilled without pressure.

Indications
Use as a massage oil to prevent stretch marks during weight-loss or weight-gain diets. Apply directly to wounds and cuts. Massage into the abdomen to treat nervous colitis.
Relaxes people suffering from anxiety.
Widely used in cosmetics for its cell regenerating properties (anti-wrinkle), acne, spots, and its rose-like perfume.
Used in a diffuser, acts as an effective mosquito repellant.

Caution
No contra-indications if used in normal doses.