Geranium essential oil- “A spirited green rose of the sun -balancing, revitalizing, & clarifying. For the heart, the skin, & the soul.”
Egyptian Geranium is like a green rose infused with desert sunlight -awakening the senses, balancing the emotions, & calling the spirit back into clarity. Its fragrance evokes the image of sacred gardens blooming against ancient sandstone -resilience, renewal, & radiant vitality.
It is the herbal guardian of equilibrium, restoring what has been scattered. It lifts the heart while grounding the mind, making it a beloved ally in rituals of emotional release, self-reclamation, & energetic cleansing.
Botanical & Physical Profile
Botanical Name: Pelargonium gravolens
Chemotype: Egyptian
Plant Family: Geraniaceae
Plant Part Used: Leaves & flowering tops
Extraction Method: Steam distilled
Country of Origin:  Egypt
Color: Pale green to olive-green
Perfumery Note: Middle
Consistency: Thin to medium
Aroma Strength: Strong
Aromatic Profile 
Scent: Bright, green, lemony-rosy, slightly sharp and herbaceous
Top Notes: Green citrus-peel, crisp mint
Heart Notes: Rosy floral, grassy
Base Notes: Herbaceous, earthy, dry
Aromatic Energy: Fresh, clarifying, & emotionally balancing
Compared to Reunion (Bourbon) Geranium, the Egyptian variety is:
More sharp & green (less soft and rounded)
More herbaceous & less sweet
Better suited for clarifying & energizing blends
Therapeutic Benefits
Regulates oil production in the skin (acne, dry/oily combo skin)
Supports PMS, menopause, & hormone cycles
Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, & toning
Eases stress, mood swings, & fatigue
Promotes circulation & lymphatic flow
May deter insects naturally
Modes of Application
Diffusion: For mood support, purification, clarity
Massage oil or compress: Hormonal balance, lymphatic stimulation
Facial care: Acne, oil balance, mature skin
Baths: For emotional grounding & softening tension
Mist: Aura cleansing, heart opening
Energy work/anointing: For clearing emotional residue
Recommended dilution: 1–3% in carrier oil
For facial use: 0.5–1% is ideal
Blends Well With
Citrus oils (Grapefruit, Bergamot, Lemon) -brightens & sharpens floral top
Lavender or Clary Sage -balances mood & hormones
Frankincense or Myrrh -spiritual grounding & protection
Cedarwood or Patchouli -anchors airy floral with depth
Rose or Neroli -enhances feminine softness
Ylang Ylang or Jasmine -amplifies sensuality & warmth
Energetics
Elemental Affinity: Air + Earth
Chakra Resonance:
Heart (Anahata): Emotional harmony, grief support
Solar Plexus (Manipura): Empowerment & stability
Sacral (Svadhisthana): Feminine balance, sensual flow
Emotional Actions:
Centers emotional turbulence
Supports hormone transitions (cycles, menopause)
Uplifts the mood with green clarity
Calms anxious overthinking
Intentions Supported
Emotional rebalancing & centering
Heart clarity after grief or overwhelm
Feminine embodiment & hormonal balance
Uplifting the mind & purifying energy
Skin clarity & vibrancy
Sacred routines of self-regulation & connection
Ritual Affirmation
“I return to balance with each breath. My heart is awake, my spirit clear.”
Heart-Clearing Anointing Ritual
Purpose: Release emotional heaviness & center the heart
Tools:
1–2 drops Egyptian Geranium EO. Carrier oil (like jojoba or apricot kernel). Optional: Rose quartz or heart crystal
Steps:
Mix the essential oil with carrier oil (1–2% dilution).
Anoint the center of the chest in a clockwise spiral.
Place hands over your heart & close your eyes.
Say aloud or inwardly:  “I return to my center. My heart is light, strong, & open.”
Breathe slowly for 3–5 minutes, visualizing a soft green-pink light glowing in the chest.
  Sacred Feminine Bath Soak
Purpose: Nourish sensuality & feminine balance
Tools:
5 drops Geranium  3 drops Clary Sage  2 drops Lavender. 1 tablespoon carrier oil or full-fat milk
Optional: rose petals or pink Himalayan salt
Steps:
Add oils to a dispersant (milk/oil) before adding to a warm bath.
Light a candle, play soft music, & set your intention.
Soak for at least 20 minutes.
Say aloud:  “I soften, I receive, I return to harmony within.”
  Emotional Reset Inhalation
Purpose: Stabilize mood swings or overwhelm
Tools:
Geranium EO (1–2 drops)
Tissue, cotton pad, or personal inhaler
Steps:
Apply drops to the tissue.
Inhale gently through the nose, exhale slowly through the mouth.
Repeat 3–5 times with conscious breath.
Affirm:
“I breathe in calm. I exhale confusion. I return to peace.”  
⚠️ Safety Information
Generally non-toxic, non-irritating when properly diluted
May cause sensitization in sensitive skin types -always patch test
Due to its hormone-balancing effects, avoid in early pregnancy unless advised
Avoid contact with eyes & mucous membranes
Store in a cool, dark place