I’ve suffered from acne for some time as I have a naturally oily skin tone. My pores are prone to become clogged over the course of the day. Despite following a near-religious daily beauty regimen, I was never really able to clear my skin up completely.

That was until a friend recommended that I try adding geranium absolute oil to my routine. The results started to show within the first month of using the oil. Acne, oily skin, clogged pores, aging, and free-radical damage affect all of us, every day in varying degrees. The skincare industry that has grown out of treating common ailments has become worth over $200 million every year.

Most of us are so easily persuaded by good marketing campaigns to spend a small fortune on some new skin toner or facial scrub. We tend to overlook the finer details of the skincare process. We are also unable to take a step back and view the problem through a holistic lens. What do I mean by this?

Well, as with almost any health problem, there are a variety of factors that can cause the condition. Taking a step back to acknowledge these factors important to find an alternative way of treating the problem. Rather than simply treating the symptoms alone.

Of course, it’s also important to acknowledge the fact that some issues are simply hereditary. Therefore, they need to be addressed with the guidance of a trained medical professional. That being said, the natural route is a lot healthier and more effective at treating most health ailments and skin conditions are best left to a natural treatment as there’s far less ‘collateral damage’ associated with these techniques. What do I mean by collateral damage?

The truth of most of the expensive conventional treatments is that they’re loaded with synthesized chemical ingredients. These ingredients make the formula more effective. They also reduce the overall manufacturing costs for the manufacturer. Because our skin is porous like a sponge, everything that lands on it. It eventually manages to seep through the epidermis layer and enters our bloodstream – essentially contaminating our body.

However, when you use natural products, all the good stuff gets absorbed into your skin and bloodstream. This can ultimately make you healthier whilst treating the issue at hand. You might not get the same immediate effects as you would with conventional chemical treatments. But the overall health benefits are a lot better for you. In understanding this, I hope to illustrate how effective geranium absolute oil can be in treating your skin and overall health. It’s definitely worth adding to your collection of natural products.

What Is Geranium Absolute Leaf Oil?

Geranium Flower

The Geranium flower is originally native to South Africa. It grows naturally. The oil has been cultivated in France, Italy, Southern Spain, and other parts of the Mediterranean. The absolute oil is derived from the flower bud of the plant and is extracted through a chemical solvent process. Unlike most essential oils, geranium oil is created through a chemical solvent process because the flowers are too delicate and cannot withstand the intense heat associated with the steam distillation method.

In the solvent process, the flower buds are harvested and rinsed in a series of different chemical baths, each one separating a different chemical component of the organic matter and producing an individual product per step. However, there are geranium essential oils available online – but these are produced from the leaves and stems of the plant and lack the sweet odor of the absolute oil.

If you’re planning on using the oil for strictly medicinal reasons, I would recommend buying both the essential oil and the absolute oil and diluting the absolute in the essential oil. This will make the final mixture is more suitable for everyday use.

It’s always best to shop around and do your research before buying any natural products. Not all absolute oils are the same. Some are more refined than others. This makes them more effective at treating your health than those that still have chemicals left in after the extraction. It can be common with cheaper absolute oils. Geranium leaf absolute oil is rich in natural antioxidants, making it highly effective at reducing the occurrence of free radicals as well as removing any toxins that may linger on the surface of the skin.

The oil also contains chemical compounds such as linalool and nerol which make it highly effective. It reduces the signs of scarring, keeps wounds clean, and provides a mild natural cicatrisant quality. This helps to promote cell generation. It can even allow wounds to heal more effectively. But I’ll get more into the wide variety of different healing qualities of this amazing natural product in the rest of the article – so be sure to keep reading.

Geranium Absolute Oil For Anxiety

Life can be a little less stressful.

Many appreciate just how significant the effects of stress and anxiety can be on your body over the course of your life. If you take a step back and look at almost every health issue that affects our species – stress can be linked to the underlying cause. So by finding ways to cut as much stress (or stressors) out of your life, you can essentially allow your body to heal itself more naturally by balancing and regulating the hormones within.

When we stress, our body releases a hormone known as cortisol which is responsible for increasing our blood sugar level as a means of allowing us to deal with the shock or stress. However, too much of this can have a series of negative knock-on effects for the quality of our health such as causing skin issues such as acne and eczema to flare up as well as affecting our blood pressure and that in turn has it’s own series of negative knock-on effects and so on and so forth.

So cutting stress out is the most essential step towards healing your body and mind, and using natural products to do so is the best way to ensure that you don’t have any negative reactions to the chemical concoctions that are on offer from most pharmaceutical companies. Geranium oil helps to stimulate the release of dopamine (and other hormones in the brain). They are responsible for the feelings of calm and peace that we so long for when we’re under stress.

So to unwind after a long day, I would recommend following this rather simple routine as it greatly helped me reduce my stress as well as improve my overall quality of health. When you get home from work, make a light meal then go for a jog or workout. When you get back, run a bath and add 6-8 drops of geranium absolute oil as well as 3-4 drops of lavender, rosemary or ylang-ylang oil to the bath.

Get in, relax, unwind and let the stress simply melt away while you sweat out toxins and nourish your skin. While you may not be able to take a bath every day (because it’s a waste of water), once or twice a week should be fine for helping you shed the stress and stay healthy!

Geranium Absolute Oil For Wounds And Dark Spots

Treat wounds and dark spots with geranium oil.

As I mentioned in the opening paragraphs, geranium leaf absolute oil and the essential oil are respectively very effective at treating wounds and the formation of dark spots. The first quality of this amazing natural product that makes it so effective at treating wounds and dark circles can be attributed to its ability as an astringent. When you apply it to your skin is increases blood flow and tightens the area.

The oil also helps the blood to clot which means that wounds can become closed more quickly and therefore speeds up the overall quality of the healing process. Geranium leaf absolute oil is also a potent natural antioxidant. The oil reduces the toxins on your skin. Ultimately reducing the chances of a wound becoming infected.

The oil also has natural analgesic qualities which help to relieve the pain associated with wounds. Geranium leaf absolute oil is also well-known as being a highly effective anti-inflammatory treatment. You can use it to help reduce your swelling, redness, and irritation caused by infected areas on the skin. It can even treat burns and frostbite.

It’s an invaluable addition to your medicine cabinet or first aid kit and can really come in handy in case of an emergency. It’s also totally natural. You stand less chance at suffering from the side-effects that come with most chemically synthesized disinfectants or pain relievers.

Geranium Absolute Oil For Antibacterial Properties

The oil is perfect for keeping your skin clean.

Geranium leaf absolute oil is a potent natural antibacterial and antimicrobial treatment and is highly effective at keeping the skin clear of germs and bacteria. Germs and bacteria that may lead to infection if left untreated. Treating the occurrence of acne and pimples is highly dependent on the cleanliness of your skin.

Over the course of the day, our skin tends to come into contact with a variety of different air pollutants. The cosmetics we use and food and drinks we consume all directly effect the quality of our skin.

The toxins contained in the and in the chemicals we use gather on our skin. They combine with the excess sebum oil and dead skin cells. Wiping your skin once or twice a day with a natural antibacterial helps keep your skin clean and clear. It can also prevent the formation of inflammation. It can also prevent any fungal infections. They tend to occur as a result of a buildup of bacteria.

Conclusion

Ultimately, I would highly recommend that you give geranium leaf absolute or essential oil a try. It smells wonderful and it packs such an amazing punch in terms of healing skin ailments such as wounds, dark spots, wrinkles, burns, and infections. It also regulates your hormones, helping you balance out your body.

It’s rare to find such a versatile amount of healing traits from a conventional product let alone something that is entirely natural. If you live life naturally, this is a must. Relatively cheap, highly effective and natural – geranium leaf absolute oil is well worth stocking up on.