The expression squaring the circle is sometimes used as a metaphor for trying to do the impossible. The term quadrature of the circle is sometimes used to mean the same thing as squaring the circle, but it may also refer to approximate or numerical methods for finding the area of a circle.
1 As a constituent in a blended cream or lotion, rose geranium essential oil can be used for clearing sluggish and oily skin, as well as wound, burn and ulcer healing and has value to treat eczema, repelling insects, shingles, cellulite, ringworm, bruises and engorgement of the breasts. Rose geranium oil can be used in blended massage oil, or diluted in a bath to assist with PMS, depression, stress, anxiety and tension, fluid retention, edema, eczema, shingles, cellulite, bruises, ringworm, hemorrhoids and menstrual irregularities.
slide 3 of 7. Benefits and Uses Rose geranium essential oil is primarily used in skin care. It can be used to treat a number of problems, including acne, bruises, insect bites, cuts and scrapes, minor burns, athlete's foot, psoriasis, impetigo and eczema. Research suggests it can significantly reduce nerve pain that follows shingles.