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Palmarosa

Cymbopogon martinii (variété Motia)

expert Palmarosa

Family : Poaceae (gramineae)
Origin : India
Part of the plant used : herb
Type of aroma : discreetly floral, “like the rose”
Possible uses :
To be applied on the skin : Yes ++++ (undiluted on a small surface, diluted in vegetable oil in case of repeated applications, on a larger surface or if the skin is sensitive).
To be swallowed : Yes ++++
To be inhaled : Yes +

it is valued for…

Even though it is not well-known, it is the most suitable for general skin disorders. And its perfume is reminiscent of the rose - which gives you an idea of how sweet and fine it is!

Main properties

Anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-mycosi
Immune system stimulant
Astringent, cell stimulant, moisturiser and healer.

And also
Excellent lymphatic drainer

Mental action
Tonic, aphrodisiac

main indications

All types of mycosis (skin, genitalia)
Excessive sweating (or bad odours related to perspiration).
All kinds of skin problems: acne, cuts, fissures, chilblain, eczema, bedsores, wounds
Daily skin care

General skin problems :
Apply some drops locally, undiluted if it is a small surface, mixed with calophylla vegetable oil if the skin surface to be treated is larger or if the application is performed on the mucous membranes (genitalia).

As a “ deodorant », simply pour some drops on your fingertips, under your feet and under the armpits, and any other relevant area.

For slimming drainage :
mix 5 ml of palmarosa and 5 ml of vegetable oil, hazelnut if possible, and massage the area to be treated, always start from the bottom (ankles) to the top (thighs). It is necessary to “accompany” the direction of the circulation.

Daily care :
1 or 2 drops in your day/night cream, it is the best thing you can do for your skin, especially if you are concerned about it.

Other useful indications
Low libido

Aphrodisiac :
Massage the lower back with some undiluted drops or diluted 20% in hazelnut vegetable oil (i.e. 2 drops of essential oil for every 10 drops of vegetable oil).

Spray some drops in the air with a diffuser.

Palmarosa may be used for helping with childbirth. But only in the last moments of pregnancy, and only under an aromatherapy specialist’s advice.

This essential oil is forbidden during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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