Rose Geranium Oil
OTHER NAME(S): Aceite de Geranio Rosa, Aetheroleum Pelargonii, Algerian Geranium Oil, Bourbon Geranium Oil, Extrait de Géranium, Geranamine, Geranium, Geranium Extract, Geranium Oil, Geranium Stems, Huile de Géranium, Huile de Géranium Bourbon, Huile de Géranium Rosat, Huile de Géranium Rose, Moroccan Geranium Oil, Oleum Geranii, Pelargonium Oil, Tiges de Géranium, Pelargonium graveolens, Rose Geranium, Geranium Graveolens, Aceite de Geranio, Huile de géranium rosat
Overview
Rose geranium oil comes from the leaves and stem of the rose geranium plant (Pelargonium graveolens). It’s used in various topical products.
Rose geranium oil contains several chemicals that seem to have antibacterial effects. The oil might also have a soothing effect and decrease swelling when applied to the skin.
People use rose geranium oil for nerve pain, wound healing, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don’t confuse rose geranium oil with spotted geranium, umckaloabo, or 1,3-DMAA. These are not the same.
Uses
We currently have no information for Rose Geranium Oil overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Rose geranium oil is commonly consumed in foods. There isn’t enough reliable information to know if taking larger amounts as medicine is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: Rose geranium oil is possibly safe when used short-term. It’s usually well-tolerated. People with sensitive skin might develop a rash.
When applied inside the nose: Rose geranium oil is possibly safe when mixed with sesame oil and used short-term.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Rose geranium oil is commonly consumed in foods. There isn’t enough reliable information to know if taking larger amounts as medicine is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: Rose geranium oil is possibly safe when used short-term. It’s usually well-tolerated. People with sensitive skin might develop a rash.
When applied inside the nose: Rose geranium oil is possibly safe when mixed with sesame oil and used short-term.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Rose geranium oil is commonly consumed in foods. But there isn't enough reliable information to know if rose geranium oil is safe to use in amounts greater than those found in food when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Rose Geranium Oil overview.
Dosing
Rose geranium oil has most often been used by adults in various topical products. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what type of product and dose might be best for a specific condition.
References
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- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
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- Boukhatem MN, Kameli A, Ferhat MA, Saidi F, Mekarnia M. Rose geranium essential oil as a source of new and safe anti-inflammatory drugs. Libyan J Med. 2013 Oct 7;8:22520.
- Reh DD, Hur K, Merlo CA. Efficacy of a topical sesame/rose geranium oil compound in patients with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia associated epistaxis. Laryngoscope. 2013 Apr;123(4):820-2.
- Ibrahim MA, Sallem OW, Abdelhassib MR, Eldahshan OA. Potentiation of anti-Helicobacter pylori activity of clarithromycin by Pelargonium graveolens oil. Arab J Gastroenterol 2021;22(3):224-8.