Geranium essential oil is extracted from the stems and leaves of the flowering perennial Geranium plant. Native to the moist habitats of the cape providences of South Africa, this oil has a sweet, rosy smell that is widely used in aromatherapy for its variety of health benefits. The aroma has an overall balancing effect on the mind that can aid in relieving stress and reducing mild depression. The oil is also known to balance the hormonal system, alleviating the symptoms of menopause and menstruation.