Palmarosa Cymbopogon martini var. motia
Specifics
| Country of Origin: S.Africa | Extraction Method: |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenols | Plant Part: Grass |
| Aromas: Citrus, Floral, Fresh, Rosy, Sweet | Cultivation: Unsprayed |
About
Palmarosa is used for many kinds of skin issues including dry skin, swellings, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and fungus. It helps to balance sebum production and stimulate cell regeneration. The effect of Palmarosa on the nervous system is calming, yet uplifting. Palmarosa is an excellent immune stimulant and will help the body heal from all sorts of infections. It is also used for heart palpitations, insomnia, and to reduce anxiety. It has a light, rosy/citrus aroma.
The Indian distiller of this essential oil has been distilling essential oils for the past 20 years. His company uses their own essential oils to make a variety of aromatherapy products, and exports pure essential oils around the globe. Along with their own distilling they hire rural Indian farmers to grow aromatic plants and distill oil for them. These essential oils are distilled at the farmers’ fields in a portable distillery so that the flowers, roots, and leaves are fresh when distilled. The quality and vibrancy of their oils is unsurpassed.
The Indian distiller of this essential oil has been distilling essential oils for the past 20 years. His company uses their own essential oils to make a variety of aromatherapy products, and exports pure essential oils around the globe. Along with their own distilling they hire rural Indian farmers to grow aromatic plants and distill oil for them. These essential oils are distilled at the farmers’ fields in a portable distillery so that the flowers, roots, and leaves are fresh when distilled. The quality and vibrancy of their oils is unsurpassed.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Antifungal - inhibits growth of fungus
- Anti infectious/immune stimulating
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation on skin
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Cardiotonic - stabilizing the heart
- Calming, cooling, hydrating (moisturizing)
- Digestive system tonic
- Febrifuge - reduces fever
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Stabilizes the heart, opens the breathCalms the mind
Reduces anxiety, restlessness
Supports a sense of adaptability
Calms jealous and possessive feelings
Recipe
Dry Skin Tonic
5 drops Palmarosa
5 drops Sandalwood
5 drops Myrrh
2 drops Patchouli
Add to 3/4 oz. of Shea butter mixed with 1/4 oz. of Jojoba. Apply at night before bed.
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
4. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
Safety Issues
No safety issues specific to this oil.
GC/MS Reports
There are no GC/MS reports on file for this batch at this time.
