Botanical Name: Pelargonium Graveolens

Origin: Reunion

Handy Tip: One of Geranium's principle constituents is 'Geraniol', it would seem this ingredient (found in many essential oils) is very effective at fighting cold sores, if you feel that prickle sensation - normally the first sign of the cold sore - be sure to dab some Geranium neat and all being well the cold sore will not develop.

Geranium Bourbon is green in colour, grown in Reunion. Like the majority of flower oils, it is antidepressant and antiseptic. It is also a valuable astringent and a haemostatic (it stops bleeding), which makes it very useful in treating injuries. It also promotes speedy healing. It is used in skincare, for its delightful perfume, for its astringent and antiseptic properties and for its action in balancing the production of sebum. This makes Geranium Bourbon valuable for skins that are excessively dry or oily, or for dry skins with oily patches.