The health benefits of Palma Rosa Essential Oil can be attributed to its properties as an anti
Septic,
Antiviral, bactericidal,
Cytophylactic,
Digestive, febrifuge and hydrating substance.
Palma Rosa is a grass whose botanical name is Cymbopogon Martini. It has two varieties, also called chemotypes, Motia & Sofia, which differ slightly in their
Aroma. Different producers give preference to different chemotypes depending on the demand of the market.
Extraction of this essential oil is done by steam distillation of dried grass which is harvested before flowering.
The chief constituents of this oil are geraniol, geranyl acetate, dipentene, linalool, limonene and myrcene. This oil smells like rose oil, which is how it got the name Palma Rosa. This is also why it is sometimes used in place of rose oil and is often adulterated with rose oil, since it is cheaper.
This oil is widely used as a flavoring agent in the food and industry, as well as in soap, perfume, oil and cosmetics industries. It also has many medicinal uses, which we will explore in greater detail below.
Health Benefits of Palma Rosa Essential Oil
Febrifuge: The essential oil of Palma Rosa is capable of reducing
Fever by virtue of it
Antiviral,
AntiBacterial and anti
Septic properties. Therefore, whether the
Fever is due to either viral or
Bacterial
Infection, this oil can help you cool it down and soothe your system.
Antiviral: Dealing with
Viruses is not an easy task, and it is very different than killing
Bacteria.
Viruses develop a protective coating on them, called a cyst, which protects them from the extreme conditions of their surroundings, and is so tough that it can withstand almost anything.
Viruses remain dormant within their cyst until it finds a host, which is when the cyst opens up and the
Virus comes out of its dormancy and starts multiplying. It is at this stage that the Essential Oil of Palma Rosa curbs and inhibits the duplication of the
Virus and successfully eliminates it.
Septic also occurs in vulnerable internal organs such as the
Urinary tracts,
Urinary Bladder, urethra,
Colon, and
Kidneys. It does not only trigger sudden, acute and nearly unbearable
Pain, but also results in
Cramps and
Convulsions. Therefore, it is always advisable to take care of
Wounds and any type of
Infection, specifically in the genito-
Urinary organs. This can be accomplished with the help of this oil. When applied externally on
Wounds, it protects them from
Infections and also kills the
Bacteria that have already grown on them. When taken internally, Palma Rosa oil inhibits the
Bacterial growth in the genito-
Urinary tracts and provides effective protection against
Septic.
Bactericide: The essential oil of Palma Rosa is bactericidal in nature and inhibits
Bacterial growth by killing them. It is also good at curing internal
Bacterial
Infections like
Colitis and those of the
Colon,
Stomach,
Urinary Bladder,
Prostate, urethra,
Urinary tracts, and
Kidneys. It also prevents external
Bacterial
Infections on the
Skin, armpits, head, eyebrows, eyelids, and ears.
Cytophylactic: Palma Rosa oil is
Cytophylactic in nature, which means that it promotes the growth of cells and the recycling of cellular matter. Thus, it helps repair the damages done to the body by aging, like natural wear and tear, as well as from
Wounds and various other factors. It also aids in the overall growth of the body. Since it also promotes growth of the defensive cells of the body, it is considered a good way to strengthen the
Immune system.
Digestive: Aiding
Digestion is yet another beneficial property of this oil. The secretion of
Digestive juices into the
Stomach is stimulated by this oil, thereby promoting
Digestion. It also aids in the absorption of the nutrients from food, making your
Digestive process more efficient.
Anti
Septic: Many people are very familiar with the word "
Septic", but they do not seem to understand its gravity, as most of us have not experienced it. It is a very
Painful situation caused due to an
Infection in
Wounds.
Wounds are highly prone to
Infections, since they are open and unprotected.
Hydrating: This is one of the soothing properties of Palma Rosa essential oil. It helps your body retain the moisture in the tissues and maintains the moisture balance throughout your body. Therefore, this can relieve
Inflammation and certain other symptoms of dehydration, and is particularly good for the
Skin. It keeps the
Skin soft, moist, and looking young.
Other Benefits
When used in
Aromatherapy treatments, Palma Rosa oil relaxes the
Muscles and
Nerves, fights
Depression,
fatigue,
Anxiety, anger and
Nervousness, while also having an uplifting effect on the mind. Furthermore, it helps cure
Sores, cracks on the
Skin and
Athlete's Foot.
A Few Words of Caution
This oil is considered completely safe, since it is a non-irritant, non-sensitizing and non-toxic substance.
Blending: The essential oils of geranium, bergamot, rosemary, lime and ylang-ylang blend very well with the essential oil of Palm Rosa.
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Benefits Of Palmarosa Essential Oil
Aromatherapy: A Complete Guide to the Healing Art states palmarosa can relieve
Stress and
Nervous exhaustion, balance oil production for
Skin and
Hair, is useful for reducing
Acne and
Varicose veins.
The
Heart of
Aromatherapy: You can use palmarosa oil for daily
Skin care, to
Rejuvenate damaged
Skin, to sooth minor
Skin irritations, to relieve sore
Muscles and joints, and for emotional comfort and
Relaxation.
The Complete Book of Essential Oils and
Aromatherapy recommends palmarosa for excess mucous,
Gastrointestinal problems,
Scarring,
Acne, pimples,
Boils, fungus, general
fatigue,
Muscle aches,
Stress, irritability, restlessness, and
Insect Bites and
Stings.
The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils (updated edition): Palmarosa is useful in
Skin care, may help some
Digestive problems, and can help relieve
Nervous exhaustion and
Stress-related conditions.
Aromatherapy For Healing the Spirit: In Traditional Chinese Medicine the energy of palmarosa oil is cool and moist, clearing heat and strengthening yin energy. The oil is helpful for dry, undernourished
Skin conditions,
Eczema,
Psoriasis, and
Dermatitis. Palmarosa also reinforces
Heart-yin, calms the Mind (Shen), encourages free-flowing adaptability, and supports a feeling of security.
Aromatica: A Clinical Guide to Essential Oil Therapeutics, Volume I: Psychologically, palmarosa promotes emotional openness, insight, support, and security. Physically, the essential oil restores hypo
Tonic/weak conditions and acts to balance. In Traditional Chinese Medicine the essential function of palmarosa is to nourish
Heart Blood and to strengthen the spleen and the Shen.
The Essential Guide to
Aromatherapy and Vibrational Healing: Spiritually, palmarosa clears your a
Uric field and is useful in
Meditation to expand your sphere of love. The essential oil also decompresses and releases pressure in your mind. Emotionally, the oil helps relieve
Anxiety and
Stress and you can use the oil to help you let go of problems you really want to release.
Aromatherapy and Subtle Energy Techniques: Palmarosa calms and supports all levels of healing. The oil is especially useful for the third
Chakra to promote self-acceptance and personal growth.
Palmarosa Oil Uses
Blends suggested in
Aromatica:
Palmarosa + lavender to help relieve
Depression
Palmarosa + clary sage for burnout
Palmarosa + geranium for fungus
Three ways to use palmarosa:
Make a general massage oil for well-being by blending 5 drops essential oil into 1 teaspoon carrier oil.
Use palmarosa neat (undiluted) on
Athlete's foot, according to Essential Oils: Natural Remedies.
Diffuse the essential oil in areas where healing is offered, according to Subtle
Aromatherapy.
For a romantic bath, blend 3 drops palmarosa and 2 drops rose essential oil in a teaspoon of milk or carrier oil. Stir the blend into your bath.
Make a
Hair mask for oily
Hair:
2 drops palmarosa
2 drops cedarwood essential oil
4 drops lemon essential oil
1 tablespoon warmed olive or jojoba oil
Blend ingredients. Massage the blend into your
Hair. Wrap your
Hair in a towel (or in plastic wrap covered with a towel). Leave for 1 hour or overnight, and then wash your
Hair as usual. Adapted from Suzanne Banks.
Make a
Skin-friendly, relaxing linen spray to keep away dust mites:
4 ounces distilled water in a spray bottle
30 drops palmarosa essential oil
10 drops lavender essential oil
For best results, first wash linens in hot water. Then use the spray several times a day. Adapted from
Aromahead.
Make a natural
Insect repellent:
1/2 cup orange flower hydrosol
9 drops palmarosa
9 drops citronella essential oil
Combine the ingredients in a spray bottle. Spritz over your body as needed, avoiding your
eyes and
Sensitive areas. Adapted from Base Formula.
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