DESCRIPTION: Palmarosa is a tall grass like plant with fragrant leaves and small yellow flowers. It is previously called as Turkish geranium oil or east india geranium oil, due to its characteristic aroma that is similar to a rose-like aroma when shaken with gum Arabic solution, it is also typically used to adulterate rose essential oil. Palmarosa is native to India and Nepal and is called Rosha Oil in Ayurveda.
It is valued for its antibacterial and anti-fungal properties and commonly incorporated in skin problem blends or stress blends |
BOTANICAL NAME | Cymbopogon Martini |
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COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | India |
METHOD OF EXTRACTION | Steam Distillation |
COLOR | Pale Yellow Liquid |
AROMATIC DESCRIPTION | Lemony floral with faint woody note |
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SAFETY DATA & PRECAUTION:
Best avoided during pregnancy. GRAS Status
General: As with all essential oils, do not use them undiluted or take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Avoid eye areas. Keep away from children and pets. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body. Dilute oils in appropriate carrier oils. |
DISCLAIMER:
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
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