Palmarosa Organic Essential Oil (Cymbopogon martinii)
Palmarosa Organic Essential Oil (Cymbopogon martinii) - 10 ML / Organic is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Palmarosa essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves of the organic Palmarosa plant, renowned for its fresh, sweet-grassy, mild rosy aroma and a wealth of skin, wellness, and emotional benefits.
With its gentle, uplifting floral scent and versatile therapeutic profile, Palmarosa is a staple in natural skincare, aromatherapy, and daily self-care rituals.
Key Benefits & High-Intent Features
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Skin Hydration & Balance: Rich in geraniol, Palmarosa oil is highly valued for its ability to hydrate, soothe, and balance the skin. It helps calm dryness, supports skin regeneration, and leaves skin feeling soft, smooth, and revitalized. It is especially useful for acne-prone, oily, or combination skin, and helps tighten pores and tone the complexion.
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Antimicrobial & Antifungal: Demonstrates strong antibacterial, antifungal, and antiseptic properties, making it ideal for purifying skin, treating minor wounds, and supporting scalp and hair health.
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Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant: Contains natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds, which help soothe irritated skin, reduce redness, and protect against environmental stressors.
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Emotional Wellbeing: The light, rose-like aroma is uplifting, calming, and emotionally balancing. Diffusing Palmarosa oil can help ease stress, promote relaxation, and inspire clarity and positivity—making it a favorite for emotional wellness and mood support.
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Digestive & Immune Support: Traditionally used to aid digestion, relieve bloating, and support gut health when used in aromatherapy or diluted massage blends.
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Natural Deodorant: Its fresh, floral-citrus fragrance and cleansing properties make it an effective ingredient in natural deodorants, helping to control odor and excessive sweating1.
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Perfumery & Blending: Adds a floral, geranium-like note to perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics, and is used to extend the life of rose scents in natural perfumery.
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Insect Repellent: Contains properties that can help repel insects, making it suitable for use in anti-bug sprays and candles.
How to Use Palmarosa Organic Essential Oil
Aromatherapy:
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Diffuse 3–6 drops to create a calming, uplifting, and emotionally balanced environment.
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Blend with lavender, geranium, or citrus oils for custom mood-lifting or relaxing synergies.
Topical (Always Dilute!):
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Skincare: Add 1–2 drops per 10ml carrier oil, moisturizer, or toner for hydration, balancing, and clarifying benefits. Suitable for face and body—always patch test first.
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Massage: Blend 2–3% into body oils or butters for moisturizing, soothing, and emotional comfort.
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Bath: Add a few drops to a dispersible bath base or Epsom salts for a relaxing, skin-softening soak.
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Deodorant: Incorporate 1–2% into natural deodorant formulas for fresh, all-day odor control.
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Hair & Scalp: Add to shampoo or scalp oil to purify, reduce dandruff, and promote scalp health.
Home & DIY:
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Use in soaps, hand sanitizers, anti-bug candles, and cleaning sprays for a fresh, floral aroma and antimicrobial boost.
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Add to roll-on bottles (5–10% dilution) for a quick, uplifting scent on the go.
Safety & Precautions:
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Always dilute before applying to skin; perform a patch test for sensitivity.
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For external use only; avoid eyes and mucous membranes.
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Consult a healthcare professional before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or using for children.
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Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.
Product Details
Feature | Description |
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Botanical Name | Cymbopogon martini (Palmarosa) |
Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
Parts Used | Leaves |
Origin | India |
Aroma | Fresh, sweet-grassy, mild rosy, with citrus notes |
Main Actives | Geraniol, Geranyl acetate |
Appearance | Pale yellow to light brown liquid |
Quality | 100% Pure, Organic Essential Oil |
Experience the gentle hydration, floral freshness, and emotional clarity of Palmarosa Organic Essential Oil from eOil.co.za—your daily companion for radiant skin, calm mind, and natural beauty.
Balance, soothe, and uplift—discover the rose-like comfort of pure Palmarosa in every drop.
IDENTIFICATION
INCI name ; Cymbopogon Martini (Palmarosa) Oil
CAS number 8014-19-5 ; 84649-81-0
SKU code ; EN-PAL-0010
EXTRACTION METHOD ; Steam Distilled Essential Oil
PARTS USED ; Leaves
ORIGIN ; India
COMMON NAMES : Indian Geranium, Rosha, Rosha Grass
APPEARANCE : Pale yellow to light brown colored liquid
ODOUR NOTE : Fresh, sweet-grassy, mild rosy aroma
QUALITY : 100 % pure and natural essential oil.
Active ingredients: Geraniol, geranyl acetate
STORAGE CONDITION ; Store in a cool dark place
Cymbopogon martinii
From the same family as lemongrass and citronella, Palmarosa essential oil is an excellent natural deodorant. Used in diffusers and room sprays, it is a good insects repellent with a relaxing beautiful geranium-like fresh aroma. Its skins regenerating properties are particularly useful in all your homemade facial care, hand sanitizers, body oils or bath and foot salts.
ATTENTION DO NOT USE WHEN PREGNANT (UTEROTONIC- traditionally used by midwives in Asia to ease childbirth) or breastfeeding, and with children under the age of 6.
INSTRUCTIONS OF USE
Fantastic for this use +++
Acceptable (suitable) for this use ++
Tolerable (not great for this use)+
Don't use for this purpose --
Massages & body care
- Body massage use 1 to 6 drops essential oil for 10 ml carrier oil (0.5 to 2 % concentration) +++
- Face care use 1 to 3 drops essential oil for 10 ml carrier or base (0.5 to 1 % concentration) +++
- Body & Hair care use 2 to 6 drops essential oil for 10 ml carrier or base (1 to 2 % concentration) +++
- Bath First mix 10 to 15 drops of essential oil with 20 ml vegetable glycerine or 1 cup of Epsom salts +++
Diffusion
- Ultrasonic Diffusers for air purification, use 10 mn 3 times a day. +++
- Spray Add 5 drops of essential oil for 10 ml of vegetable glycerine and add water +++
Others
- Homecare +++
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DO NOT USE UNDILUTED and seek medical and specialist advise when in doubt
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REPORTED BENEFITS & PROPERTIES
Reported benefits & properties:
- Large spectrum Antibacterial
- Powerful Antifungal
- Antiviral
- Immunity stimulant
- Scar healing, skin regenerating
- Antispasmodic
- Insecticide
- Tonifying
TRADITIONALLY USED FOR
Traditionally used for:
- Acne and pimples, Eczema, Bed sores, mycosis. One drop of Palmarosa on each pimple, morning and evening after washing the face, until disappearance of the acne. Take a week break after 3 weeks of use.
- Making natural deodorants for body and home
- Clean and purify imperfections of the skins
- Oily skins as an Astringent and tonic
- Cellulite prone skins
BLEND WELL WITH
- Perfect as a stand alone to make fragrant body oils
- Black Pepper, Carrot seed, Cypress, Frankincense, Rose geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Juniper berry, Myrrh, Peppermint, Ravintsara, Rosemary, Spearmint, Thyme, Wintergreen
CAUTION
Do not use during the first 3 months of pregnancy / breastfeeding
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
As a general rule, always perform a skin patch test before using your essential oils for the first time.
DO NOT USE UNDILUTED and seek medical and specialist advise when in doubt
SOME RECIPES | SYNERGIES
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Concentration diffusion recipe | synergy