Fragrance
GERANIUM MACRORRHIZUM HERB OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Balkan geranium essential oil — used in perfumery for its rose-green scent. Contains geraniol and citronellol, which are EU-declarable fragrance allergens. Fine in low rinse-off concentrations; trickier in leave-on.
Function
Skin benefits
- Distinctive rosy-green fragrance note
- Antioxidant terpene profile
- Long history of folk use in the Balkans
Known concerns
- Contains declarable EU fragrance allergens (geraniol, citronellol)
- Sensitization risk in leave-on products
- Limited modern toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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