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Pelargonium Graveolens Oil

Worst

Fragrance Synthetic and Natural

No known benefits

Pelargonium Graveolens Oil description

_Pelargonium graveolens_ oil, also known as geranium oil, offers some beneficial properties but also can be a skin sensitizer due to its volatile fragrance ingredients.

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Pelargonium Graveolens Oil references

  • American Journal of Essential Oils and Natural Products, June 2014, pages 13-16

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.