Palmarosa Essential Oil 100% Pure
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INCI: Cymbopogon martini
Origin: India
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Plant Part: Grass
Note: Middle
Aroma: Soft, rosy, sweet, and slightly citrusy with green, floral undertones
Description
Palmarosa essential oil is a botanical gem prized for its gentle, rosy scent and skin-loving properties. Steam distilled from the fresh grass of the Cymbopogon martini plant, it offers a beautifully light, floral aroma reminiscent of rose geranium and mild citrus. Known for its powerful moisturizing and rejuvenating benefits, Palmarosa is a favorite in natural skincare and emotional wellness routines. It helps bring harmony to both the skin and the heart.
Benefits & Uses
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Supports healthy, hydrated, and balanced skin—ideal for dry, oily, or acne-prone complexions
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Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and blemishes
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Uplifts mood and reduces stress and mental fatigue
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May help balance sebum production and soothe inflammation
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Gently supports immune health and overall well-being
Active Components & How They Work
Palmarosa is rich in geraniol, linalool, and citronellol:
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Geraniol: A powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial compound with a rosy, floral scent
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Linalool: Contributes a light, calming effect and supports emotional balance
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Citronellol: Offers anti-inflammatory and cleansing effects, contributing to Palmarosa’s deodorizing and purifying properties
These constituents give Palmarosa its dual benefits of skincare support and emotional upliftment.
Energetic, Spiritual & Symbolic Properties
Chakras: Heart and Solar Plexus (emotional openness, self-worth, love)
Color Correspondence: Green and Pink (compassion, self-care, balance)
Planetary Influence: Venus (love, beauty, harmony)
Palmarosa is associated with gentle emotional release, self-love, and calming the inner critic. It’s often used in spiritual practices to open the heart, encourage kindness, and restore inner peace during times of emotional stress or imbalance.
Blending & Compatibility
As a sweet, floral middle note, Palmarosa blends well with:
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Geranium – for hormonal balance and emotional harmony
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Lavender – for calming and skin-soothing synergy
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Bergamot – to add a citrus-bright top note
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Cedarwood – to ground and anchor the light floral aroma
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Rose – to enhance its soft, romantic qualities
Suggested Uses
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Nebulizing Diffuser: Use 15–20 drops to uplift the heart and brighten your space
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Topical: Dilute to 1–2% in a carrier oil for face or body applications
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Skincare: Add a drop to your daily moisturizer or serum to hydrate and tone skin
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Bath Soak: Combine with Epsom salts and carrier oil for a deeply relaxing soak
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Emotional Support: Inhale directly or diffuse to ease nervous tension or low mood
Safety & Shelf Life
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Shelf Life: 3–4 years
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Kid Safe: Safe for children over 2 when properly diluted
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Pregnancy: Considered safe when used in moderation
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Pets: Diffuse with caution around animals; ensure proper ventilation
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Note: High in geraniol—perform a patch test before use on sensitive skin