Geranium oil is one of the most prized floral essential oils in perfumery and therapeutic aromatherapy — steam-distilled from the stems and leaves of Pelargonium graveolens and Pelargonium odorantissimum, two species of the Pelargonium genus native to South Africa, Madagascar, and neighbouring regions. Introduced to Europe in the 17th century, geranium quickly became a staple of French, Spanish, and Italian perfumery, where it remains an indispensable ingredient in floral and oriental fragrance compositions to this day.
The scent of geranium oil varies subtly between species: Pelargonium odorantissimum carries a light apple note alongside its floral character, while Pelargonium graveolens — commonly known as Rose Geranium — offers a deeper, rosier, more complex aroma that makes it a popular and more accessible alternative to true rose oil in perfumery and skincare.
At Anjum Aromatics, our geranium oil is carefully distilled to produce a green-yellow to amber clear liquid with a rich, consistent aromatic profile suited to both fragrance and therapeutic applications.
Specifications:
- Botanical Name: Pelargonium odorantissimum / Pelargonium graveolens
- Synonyms: Pelargonium graveolens oil Bourbon, Rose Geranium Oil
- Plant Parts Used: Stems and leaves
- Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
- Main Components: Alpha Pinene, Myrcene, Limonene, Menthone, Geranyl Acetate, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Geranyl Butyrate
- Appearance: Green-yellow to amber clear liquid
- Odor: Peppermint-like with a rosy, floral character — varies by species
Key Benefits:
- Stress Relief & Hormonal Balance: One of aromatherapy's most valued oils for emotional regulation — reduces stress, anxiety, and mood imbalances, and is widely used in women's wellness blends targeting hormonal fluctuations
- Skin Health: Tightens and tones skin, reduces the appearance of wrinkles, and helps manage acne, eczema, and other inflammatory skin conditions through its astringent and antimicrobial properties
- Pain & Inflammation Reduction: Anti-inflammatory compounds alleviate arthritis pain, muscle soreness, and joint inflammation — effective in topical pain relief formulations
- Detoxifying & Kidney Health: Acts as a natural diuretic to help flush toxins from the body and support kidney function — used in detox and wellness blends
- Blood Pressure Regulation: Traditionally used in herbal medicine to support healthy blood pressure levels through its vasodilatory and calming effects
- Immune System Support: Antibacterial and antimicrobial properties enhance immune function and provide protection against common bacterial infections
In perfumery, geranium oil — particularly Rose Geranium from Pelargonium graveolens — is a staple middle note used extensively in floral, chypre, and fougère fragrance families. Its fixative qualities and rosy character make it a cost-effective and ethically preferable complement or substitute for Bulgarian rose oil.
Anjum Aromatics supplies geranium oil in bulk and wholesale quantities to perfume houses, skincare manufacturers, aromatherapy brands, pharmaceutical formulators, and wellness product companies across India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Europe.