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Cape Minty Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium Tomentosum)
Cape Minty Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium Tomentosum)
South African Pelargonium tomentosum essential oil with a crisp minty-green, floral and herbaceous profile.
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Cape Minty Geranium Essential Oil
A steam-distilled South African essential oil from Pelargonium tomentosum, an accepted Geraniaceae species native to the south-western Cape. a clear to pale-yellow oil with a crisp minty-green opening, soft floral and rose undertones and a herbaceous heart.
At a Glance
- Botanical name: Pelargonium tomentosum
- Family: Geraniaceae
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin: South Africa
- Appearance: Clear to pale yellow
- Perfumery note: Top to middle
- Aromatic character: Minty, green, floral and herbaceous
Specifications
- Botanical name: Pelargonium tomentosum
- Family: Geraniaceae
- Common names: Cape peppermint geranium, mint geranium, peppermint geranium
- Extraction method: Steam distilled
- Country of origin: South Africa
- Appearance: Clear to pale yellow
- Perfumery note: Top to middle
- Aroma: Crisp mint, green leaf, soft floral/rose and herbs
Aromatic Profile
A floral, herbaceous, sweet, green and minty aromatic profile for formulation and blending.
Profile Details
- Botanical source: Pelargonium Tomentosum
- Formulation role: Botanical ingredient
Composition & Formulation
A concentrated essential oil for diluted aromatic formulations.
Technical Details
- Appearance: Clear to pale yellow
Formulation Notes
- Use in diluted aromatic formulations
- Introduce gradually when building the finished aroma
- Store tightly closed and protected from heat, light and air
Applications
Natural Perfumery
- Perfume oils and fragrance compositions that feature this material’s distinctive aromatic profile
- Use as a top-to-middle note in perfume oils and solid fragrances
- Small-batch natural perfumery and accord building
Aromatic Products
- Diffuser and room-aroma blends
- Atmospheric and incense-inspired compositions
Skincare & Body Care
- Properly diluted oils, balms and emulsions
- Fragrance accents in rinse-off and leave-on products
Safety
Treat as a concentrated essential oil.
- For external use only: Do not ingest or apply undiluted; avoid eyes, mucosa and damaged skin
- Sensitive groups: Seek qualified guidance for pregnancy, breastfeeding, children or medical conditions
- Storage: Keep tightly closed, cool and protected from light, heat and air
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