Where does Rose Geranium come from?

There are several species of the geranium plant that are native to parts of Africa, including the rose geranium. There are rose-scented leaves on this variety of geranium. It is also known as sweet-scented geranium, rose-scented geranium, or old-fashioned rose geranium. Beautiful pale pink and white flowers bloom on this plant with velvety leaves and soft plush foliage.

In the process of formulating the Prana+Therapy remedy, I like to inhale the aromas from the various essential oils. In particular, I note the transition of these fragrances as they are added to the formulation. Occasionally, I will put a few drops on a blotter and breathe deeply. I'm always amazed at how the blotter changes when I use it again. I love how the scent bursts into my nostrils instantly, then departs almost immediately! 

• The geranium oil family has middle notes that don't linger for a long time. 
• Middle notes are scents that come forth from a blend shortly after the top notes have evaporated away and give perfumes their main form, their “heart,” and is why the middle note is known as the ‘heart note.’ 
• Middle notes do not vaporize as quickly as top notes and remain on the skin longer. 
• That is why essential oils that are middle notes are often found in high quality skincare. 
• Rose Geranium is known for its immense healing properties. 

4 Claimed benefits of rose geranium essential oil include:

• Antioxidant and anti-aging properties

Antioxidants are well-established as natural agents for improving your skin’s ability to heal itself from environmental toxins and exposure.

• Anti-inflammatory properties

The anti-inflammatory properties of rose geranium oil have been demonstrated in animal studies.

In fact, one 2013 study Trusted Source showed rose geranium oil had a strong impact on reducing swelling in mice's paws and ears. It suggested that rose geranium oil could be the basis of new anti-inflammatory drugs that may have less harmful side effects than current medications.

• Antimicrobial, antifungal, and antiviral properties

Rose geranium oil has strong antimicrobial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. The food service industry even uses rose geranium oil as a natural preservative in some food products. In one  2017 review of studies, rose geranium was shown to reduce bacterial, fungi, and viruses that cause skin disease and infections.

• Analgesic and anti-anxiety properties-

Aids to enhance relaxation, offers pain relief, and soothe anxiety.

Rose geranium is # 6 in the Prana+Therapy formulation. 

With all its amazing attributes one can begin to understand just why we say Prana+Therapy is an essential Remedy for life.