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| Specifics | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country of Orgin: | India | Extraction Method: | Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: | Monoterpenols | Plant Parts: | Grass |
| Cultivations: | Unsprayed | Botanical Families: | Poaceae |
| Aromas: | Citrus, Floral, Fresh, Rosy, Sweet | Notes: | Top/Middle |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
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. It has a light, rosy/citrus aroma.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Antifungal - inhibits growth of fungus
- Anti infectious/immune stimulating
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation on skin
- Analgesic - reduces or eliminates pain from inflammation
- Antibacterial - inhibits bacteria
- Antispasmodic
- Cardiotonic - stabilizing the heart
- Calming (Nervous System tonic)
- Cooling
- Hydrating (moisturizing)
- Immune stimulant
- Febrifuge - reduces fever
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Stabilizes the heart, opens the breath
Calms 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
No safety issues specific to this oil.
