Description
Origin and production:
Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martinii) is a grass related to lemongrass, traditionally cultivated in India and various subtropical regions. It is distilled twice a year after harvesting, yielding an essential oil particularly rich in geraniol—a molecule highly valued for its olfactory properties.
We cultivate palmarosa on our own certified organic farm in northwestern Madagascar, where the freshly cut stems are steam-distilled immediately after harvest to ensure optimal freshness and aromatic quality.
Olfactory profile:
Palmarosa essential oil releases a rosy-green floral note, characteristic of geraniol, supported by a soft base with slightly honeyed and powdery facets. Its scent is reminiscent of rose geranium, with a fresh, metallic nuance and subtle opoponax-like undertones.
Uses in perfumery and cosmetics:
Versatile and well-rounded, palmarosa essential oil is highly appreciated:
- In fine perfumery, for its rosy notes that enrich floral bouquets as well as oriental, woody or spicy accords.
- In personal care products (deodorants, lotions, soaps, shower gels), where it provides both freshness and depth.
- In cosmetics, for formulating skincare products aimed at blemish-prone or irritated skin.
- In cosmetic fragrance bases (oils, lotions, creams), where it blends easily with other essential oils and emulsions.
Note: For technical reasons, the vial used for the 1mL packaging has a capacity of approximately 4mL, so it is normal for it to appear about one-quarter full. The packaging is carried out using precise and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Certifications : ORGANIC : Coming from organic farming, certified by ECOCERT FR-BIO-01, ORGANIC : Coming from organic farming, Certified organic by ECOCERT
- Landema Label : Grown on our farms
- Country of manufacturing : MADAGASCAR
- Country of harvest : MADAGASCAR
- Part of the plant : Leaf
- Composition : 100% Pure, natural and integral.
- Olfactory notes : citronella, floral, geranium, rose, green
- Quality and origin guaranteed: botanically and biochemically identified, a certificate of analysis provided with each purchased product.
- Controlled and packaged in our workshops
Production
Harvest
Cultivated in numerous subtropical countries, notably in India, Palmarosa is an herbaceous plant harvested twice a year for its distillation. Its essence is one of the finest natural sources of geraniol.
Manufacturing
We cultivate palmarosa on our organic farm in the northwest of Madagascar, where we distill it freshly harvested.
Harvesting calendar :
- jan
- fev
- mar
- avr
- mai
- jui
- jul
- aou
- sep
- oct
- nov
- dec
Application
Main areas of application :
Cosmetic Perfumery Aromatherapy - Parapharmacy Flavor - Food
Perfumery
Providing a green and metallic effect, a signature of geranium coupled with subtle nuances of opoponax, palmarosa is used in fine perfumery and toiletry products. It blends well with spicy or oriental raw materials.
Cosmetics
Blending easily with essences or emulsions, Palmarosa essential oil can also be used in the perfume bases of cosmetics. Palmarosa extracts are incorporated into products designed for problematic and irritated skin.
Aromatherapy :
Main components:
- Geraniol (72 to 86%)
- Geranyl acetate (7 to 16%)
- Linalool (1 to 5.5%)
Technical and regulatory
Detailed information :
| Commercial designation : | Palmarosa Essential oil Madagascar ORG |
| Product's Familly : | PALMAROSA |
| Type of extract : | Essential oil |
| INCI Cosing : | 100% CYMBOPOGON MARTINI OIL |
| Country of manufacturing : | MADAGASCAR |
| Country of harvest : | MADAGASCAR |
| Part of the plant : | Leaf |
| Declared domestic use : | Ingredient |
| Botanical name : | Cymbopogon martinii (Roxb.) Will. Watson var. motia (Syn Andropogon martini Roxb.) |
| Composition : | 100% Pure, natural and integral. |
| Regulated sale : | Non |
| CAS EINECS : | 84649-81-0 |
| CAS TSCA : | 8014-19-5 |
| CE number : | 283-461-2 |
| FEMA GRAS : | 2831 |
| COE : | 40/2046 |
| FDA : | 182.20 |
| Flash point (°C) : | 108 |
| Minimum shelf life (month) : | 24 |
| Internal reference : | N1888 |
| Transport Data Dangerous Goods : | Not classified as dangerous |
Hazard statements :
H315
Causes skin irritation.
H317
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H318
Causes serious eye damage.
H412
| Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
Technical and regulatory documents :
Usage tips
Manual:
Ingrédient parfumant. Teneur maximale: 9 gouttes pour 100 ml de composition finale. Ne pas ingérer ni appliquer pur sur la peau. Tenir hors de portée des enfants. Ne pas utiliser pour les enfants de moins de 7 ans, les femmes enceintes et allaitantes, les personnes ayant des antécédents de troubles épileptiques ou convulsifs ainsi que chez les personnes allergiques aux huiles essentielles et extraits de plantes.
Consult our guides: storage and preservation methods and precautions for use
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