Palmarosa essential oil

Cymobopogon martinii Australia

Palmarosa is a grass which traditionally grows in the wild in India but is now cultivated in Australia. 

Aroma: a gentle lemon, grassy with a rosy top note

Properties: Physically, palmarosa essential oil is useful for all skin types, but especially dry and can even help with acne. It also has antifungal properties.  

Emotionally, palmarosa essential oil can help with stress, anxiety and nerves.

Energetically, palmarosa essential oil engenders a sense of security, kindness (especially to the self), is very nurturing and also very healing.

Blends well with: citrus oils, geranium, fragonia, lavender, vetiver, frankincense, patchouli, 

It is steam distilled from the grass.

Shelf life: It will keep for around 2-3 years if stored with lid tightly closed in a cool, dark area. 

5mL

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