Medicinal Properties Of Geraniums

There are many Medicinal Properties of Geraniums from PMS to Menopause. The plant has been used for centuries to treat many things and is well known as a natural tick repellent that is effective on dogs! It can be used topically and as a tea to reduce many symptoms.

The oil of the Geranium makes a good astringent and can be diluted with water and used topically to help clean the face or in a bath . It also has great antiseptic properties and is said to help restore the balance to dry or oily skin and hair. You can also make a tea with the leaves and flowers or an oil infusion. The geranium is considered to be safe for most people (those with an autoimmune disease and those who are pregnant should avoid it) and can be used as an herb in cooking as well.

In addition to it's astringent qualities, the medicinal properties of geraniums include soothing qualities and is helpful in relieving symptoms of anxiety as well as PMS and menopausal symptoms. The geranium is reputed to help heal bruises, cuts and scrapes, eczema, hemorrhoids, nail fungus and sunburns as well as help with insomnia and varicose veins. It is also said to be a great natural insect repellent and is well known in the ancient world as a tick repellent for dogs and humans alike!

Experience the Medicinal Properties of Geraniums In A Tea:

Teas can be made from dried or fresh leaves and 1 cup of water. When using dried leaves, 2 teaspoons is enough. When using fresh leaves ¼ cup should be used. Boil the water and pour over the leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes then strain out the leaves and enjoy!

Or As A Compress:

Pour boiling water over the dried herbs. Cover tightly and let sit for 15 minutes. Strain out the herb so that you are left with the infused water. Soak a cotton cloth in the infusion and squeeze it out so it is only damp. Apply the compress.

Or Infused In OIl:

Fill a jar with the dried herbs almost to the top. Pour in extra virgin olive oil – make sure the oil covers the herbs and goes 1” above the volume of the botanicals. Put in the sun for 2 weeks shaking it daily. Strain out the flowers. You can store this infusion in the fridge for up to 3 months.

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