Palmarosa Essential Oil is a beautifully aromatic, rose-like essential oil cherished by formulators for its hydrating, balancing, and skin-supportive properties. Steam-distilled from the fresh grass of Cymbopogon martini, this oil is naturally rich in geraniol, a valuable component known for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and moisture-retaining benefits.
Widely used in natural skincare, Palmarosa helps support a clear, balanced complexion, making it ideal for products targeting dryness, congestion, or uneven texture. Its soft, floral-green aroma brings an uplifting and calming aromatic profile to formulations, enhancing both performance and sensorial experience.
This versatile essential oil can be used in serums, moisturizers, toners, cleansers, masks, and aromatherapy applications. Organic Palmarosa Oil is favored by cosmetic chemists for its gentle yet effective activity, its compatibility with a wide range of botanical ingredients, and its ability to support a more resilient moisture barrier.
Cosmetic Benefits
Balances oil production to support clearer, more harmonized skin
Hydrates and softens by helping skin retain moisture
Antimicrobial activity makes it beneficial for blemish-prone formulations
Antioxidant support helps protect skin from environmental stressors
Calming, uplifting aroma enhances sensory appeal in skincare and aromatherapy
Supports overall skin radiance and smoothness
Formulation Advice
Usage Rate: 0.1–1%, depending on application and IFRA category
Solubility:Â Oil-soluble
Heat Stability: Add during cool-down phase < 40°C
Compatibility:Â Works well in serums, emulsions, cleansing oils, masks, and balms
Aroma Profile:Â Soft, rosy-green, slightly citrus-sweet
Applications
Balancing or hydrating facial oils
Clarifying moisturizers and gel creams
Natural toners and essence sprays (in solubilized form)
Aromatherapy blends for relaxation
Botanical cleansers
Floral body oils and lotions
Documents
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INCI: Cymbopogon Martini Oil
Source: Steam-distilledÂ
Origin: n/a
Solubility: Oil-soluble
Usage Rate: 0.1–1% (follow dermal safety guidelines)
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