Palmarosa Essential Oil (Cymbopogon martinii var. motia)

Certified organic essential oil. The highest quality Cymbopogon martinii var. Motia oil, with 70.58% geraniol, is an excellent choice for aromatherapy and skincare. Palmarosa essential oil has a rosy, sweet, herbal aroma that is relaxing in the evening, yet invigorating during the day. It perfectly relieves feelings of tension and rush—both emotionally and physically.

Thanks to its antibacterial and protective properties, the oil cleanses and regenerates the skin, supporting its natural immunity. It can also be used in massage to soothe sore muscles and joints.

Our organically sourced Palmarosa essential oil is steam distilled from tall, bright green grasses found on the sunny hillsides of Nepal, India, and the tropical fields of the Comoros Islands.

Product properties
Country of origin: India
Part of the plant: Grass
Cultivation: Organic
Groups of organic compounds: Monoterpenols
Botanical family: Poaceae
Extraction method: Steam distillation

Therapeutic and aromatic properties
Therapeutic properties:

• Painkillers
• Anti-anxiety
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antimicrobial
  

Fragrance profile:
Notes: Middle
Aroma: Sweet, Woody, Fresh, Herbal, Floral, Rose

Application
Calm and emotional balance. After a long, demanding day, diffuse Palmarosa oil to restore calm, confidence, and harmony.
Skin care and antimicrobial protection. Add Palmarosa oil to aloe vera gel and spray on itchy or irritated areas to relieve discomfort and protect the skin.
Muscle and joint relief. Massage Palmarosa oil combined with Trauma Oil into sore knees and joints to aid recovery and relieve tension.

Durability and safety
Shelf life: 5 years
Safety and warnings:
Non-toxic, does not irritate the skin.
According to "Essential Oil Safety" by Tisserand and Young (2nd edition), the risk of allergy to geraniol (an ingredient in Palmarosa) is very low, even though this substance is listed as an allergen in European regulations.
Maximum recommended concentration for use on skin: 6.5%.

Palmarosa oil blends best with floral oils (lavender, geranium, rose), citrus oils (orange, bergamot, lemon), woody oils (cedar, frankincense, sandalwood) and herbal oils (rosemary, sage, lemongrass), creating blends with nurturing, relaxing and cleansing properties.

Cultivation: Organically Grown
Production Date: 2024-07-21
Shelf Life: 5 years
Aroma Notes: Middle
Country of Origin: India
Batch Number: PRS-119

View the detailed GC/MS report for this oil (PDF)

Additional information: Motia vs. Sofia variety
Palmarosa essential oil (Cymbopogon martinii var. motia) comes from one of the two main varieties of palmarosa. Compared to the sofia variety, the motia variety stands out:

• A more intense, rose aroma – reminiscent of the scent of rose oil (Rosa damascena).
• Higher geraniol content – which gives it stronger antibacterial, regenerating and moisturizing properties.
• Used in skin care and emotional balance – ideal for supporting dry, irritated and mature skin.
• Cultivated in India, Nepal and the Comoro Islands, where it grows in sunny, mountainous areas.
  

Cymbopogon martinii var. motia is a more rosy and intense variety, which is why it is more often used in skin care and relaxation aromatherapy.
Cymbopogon martinii var. sofia is lighter and more citrusy, more often used in refreshing and protective blends.

All essential oils available from Aromatics International are GC/MS tested, guaranteeing their highest quality and purity for aromatherapy applications. This ensures that we offer products with verified composition and full integrity. Learn more about GC/MS reports. Batch Number: PRS-119.

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