Palmarosa Oil
Essential Oil Name: Palmarosa Oil
Palmarosa Oil
Scientific name –
Cymbopogon martinii
Uses
- Medicinal:
- Antibacterial: Palmarosa oil is effective in treating skin infections and preventing bacterial growth. It is used in wound healing
Composition
Main Compounds and Approximate Percentage:
- Geraniol: ~60-85%
- Geranyl Acetate: ~5-10%
- Linalool: ~5-10%
- Myrcene: ~1-3%
- Citral: ~1-2%
Palmarosa oil is primarily composed of Geraniol, a compound known for its floral, rose-like fragrance and its antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.
