PALMAROSA ESSENTIAL OIL
A soft floral-grass oil with sweet, rosy, fresh and gently citrus notes.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon martinii
Common Name: Palmarosa
Family: Poaceae (Gramineae)
Origin of Plant: India and Southeast Asia
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the grass
Note: Middle
Colour: Pale yellow to amber
Aroma: Sweet, floral, rosy and fresh
About This Essential Oil
Palmarosa Essential Oil is steam distilled from the aromatic grass Cymbopogon martinii. Its soft, rosy fragrance is widely used in natural perfumery, soaps and carefully formulated facial and body products. Related to Lemongrass and Citronella, Palmarosa offers a distinctly floral profile and is valued for adding freshness and softness to cosmetic and aromatic blends.
Key Benefits
• Provides a sweet, rosy and fresh floral aroma
• Popular in facial and body-care formulations
• Complements products for dry or oily-looking skin
• Adds softness to natural perfumes and soaps
• Creates a calm and uplifting aromatic atmosphere
• Blends readily with citrus, floral and woody oils
History
Palmarosa is an aromatic grass native to India and surrounding regions. It has long been used in fragrance, customary preparations and scented body products. Because its geraniol-rich aroma resembles rose, Palmarosa was historically used to extend or adulterate more expensive Rose Oil. Today it is an established material in perfumery, soapmaking and botanical cosmetics. Historical use should not be presented as proof that the concentrated essential oil treats health conditions.
Main Chemical Components
85% Alcohols, 7% Aliphatic Aldehydes, 5% Esters
Aromatic Characteristics
• Sweet and floral
• Rosy and fresh
• Softly citrusy
• Rounded middle aromatic note
Aromatic Uses
• Adds a rosy note to natural perfumes
• Complements soaps and body-care products
• Suitable for carefully formulated facial products
• Creates a soft atmosphere in diffuser blends
• Bridges citrus, floral and woody compositions
Aromatic Profile
• Often described as soothing and uplifting
• Opens with fresh floral-grass notes
• Develops rosy and softly citrus nuances
• Gentle-smelling but still concentrated
Blends Well With
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Rose, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang.
Health & Safety
• External use only; do not ingest or apply undiluted. Dilute appropriately.
• Patch test before use; stop if irritation occurs. Avoid eyes and broken skin.
• Do not add undiluted oil directly to bath water.
• Do not assume suitability for babies or children; seek age-specific advice.
• Seek qualified advice for pregnancy, breastfeeding or medical conditions.
• Follow product-specific dermal limits and supplier safety data.
• Diffuse intermittently in a well-ventilated space.
• Oxidised oil may sensitise; keep tightly closed and use fresh oil.
• Keep from children and animals; store below 25°C away from sunlight and heat.
