Geranium
INCI
Pelargonium Graveolens
ORIGIN
Vegetal. Geraniums are outdoor plants with attractive, brightly colored flowers that bloom during the summer and are quite hardy. They come from South Africa and were introduced to Europe in the seventeenth century.
SOUL OF THE ESSENCE
Natural cosmetics. It contains geraniol and citronellol, which are very useful active ingredients to maintain healthy skin. In the language of flowers, the geranium evokes conjugal happiness, as it means: “I am happy with you.”
BENEFITS
To offer you an effective cosmetic at EZENTIA we have decided to use this active essence due its following properties:
- Anti-cellulite. Geranium oil penetrates the skin tissue, slowing down fluid retention.
- Firming. Anti-stretch mark effect toning and tightening the tissues which diminishes the fine lines of the skin.
- Anti-inflammatory. Used topically it has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties and helps soothe the skin.
- Antiaging. It has antioxidant properties that help fight free radicals and prevent skin aging.
COSMECEUTICAL REFERENCES
Alka, L. et al. Cosmeceutical potential of geranium and calendula essential oil: Determination of antioxidant activity and in vitro sun protection factor.
Dzmic A., et al. Chemical composition, antifungal and antioxidant activity of Pelargonium graveolens essential oil
