In my clinic, I see dry, irritated nose issues all the time. Patients are using nasal steroid sprays, or exposed to heated indoor air, CPAP, oxygen therapy, or chemotherapy, all of which can dry the nasal lining, leading to cracking, crusting, burning, and bleeding. That’s why I’ve become increasingly interested in natural evidence-based topical therapies that restore moisture and support the nasal mucosa, such as rose geranium oil in a sesame oil base. So my team and I at Healsdale, Inc., invented a formulation that could provide relief in a natural, pleasant way.

Narisure Dry Nose Relief is a uniquely formulated oil with this combination, as well as vitamin E, to provide soothing relief for dry noses.

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What’s really causing the dry, irritated nose?

Dry, irritated noses have many causes. The winter air, indoor heating, long flights, and high-altitude exposures all wick moisture from the nasal lining. Common medications and devices, such as antihistamines, decongestant sprays, nasal steroids, supplemental oxygen, CPAP or BiPAP, and chemotherapy, can thin and dry the mucosa further. Add infections and inflammation to the mix—viral colds, allergic rhinitis, and chronic rhinitis—and you get more issues. Structural factors like a deviated septum, post-surgical changes, or areas of prior cautery can create fragile hotspots that bleed easily. Together, these forces set up a cycle of dryness, cracking, and recurrent nosebleeds.

When the mucosa dries and cracks, you get a cycle that perpetuates itself: dryness → crusting → picking/blowing → micro-injuries → bleeding (epistaxis). Breaking this cycle requires a product that both hydrates and soothes while supporting barrier repair.

Why rose geranium in sesame oil makes sense

Here’s why the sesame oil and rose geranium oil combination works so well for dry, irritated noses. Sesame oil provides reliable barrier support and hydration. It is occlusive and emollient, trapping moisture and softening crusts without the petroleum-related concerns some clinicians raise for intranasal use. Paired with rose geranium oil, whose anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in preclinical research suggest it can help calm irritated mucosa, the combination soothes while it protects. It is also practical day to day; thin enough to spread easily, yet stable enough to stay put, with a mild, pleasant scent that many patients appreciate, which helps with consistent use.

What the evidence shows about nasal rose geranium oil

2024 Mayo Clinic randomized controlled trial

A placebo-controlled study of a rose geranium in sesame oil nasal spray in chemotherapy patients demonstrated significant relief in nasal vestibulitis symptoms versus placebo. This matters because chemo-related nasal irritation can be severe, and RCTs in this space are rare. Learn more via the Mayo Clinic trial page: https://www.mayo.edu/research/clinical-trials/cls-20508008

Johns Hopkins cohort study in HHT-related epistaxis

A cohort of 20 patients with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia used a sesame/rose geranium oil compound for at least three months. Results:

• 90% were still using it at follow-up.
• 75% reported subjective improvement; half reported immediate benefit.
• Mean epistaxis severity score dropped from 5.3 to 3.5 (P<0.0001).
• High satisfaction and no reported adverse side effects. Study link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23401038/

Taken together, these findings align with what many clinicians observe in practice: consistent, gentle moisturization with sesame oil plus rose geranium can reduce pain, crusting, and bleeding frequency, with good tolerability.

Where Narisure fits in Narisure Dry Nose Relief is designed around this evidence-backed approach. For a deeper dive into the science and expert guidance, see: What Will Dry Up a Runny Nose? Insights from Experts and Science-Backed Solutions.

You can also learn more about the product and formulation at Narisure:

Who might benefit from Narisure

• People with recurrent nosebleeds (especially from dryness or crusting)
• Chemotherapy patients experiencing nasal vestibulitis symptoms
• Chronic nasal dryness from CPAP, BiPAP, or nasal oxygen use
• Frequent flyers or those in arid climates
• Post-sinus surgery patients once cleared by their surgeon
• Chronic rhinitis sufferers with irritating crusts and fissures

How to use Narisure effectively

• Apply 1–2 drops or rub a thin film inside each nostril with your finger or a cotton swab. A cotton swab can help spread it gently along the vestibule (front of the nose). Avoid forceful insertion.
• Humidify the environment: Nighttime humidification and nasal saline mist or rinse can complement oil use.
• Be consistent: Benefits usually increase with regular use.
• Nosebleed care: If nasal bleeding occurs, please note that Narisure cannot stop an active nose bleed. Lean forward, pinch the soft part of the nose for 10 minutes without peeking, then apply a thin layer of the oil once bleeding has stopped to reduce re-injury. Check out my article, "How to Stop a Nose Bleed."
• What to avoid: Overuse of decongestant sprays, aggressive nose-blowing, and crust-picking. If you must clear crusts, soften first with saline and gentle oil application.

Safety notes and when to seek care

Safety and practical use matter as much as effectiveness. Overall, tolerability of Narisure Dry Nose Relief oil has been good with no adverse side effects reported in the HHT cohort, and the Mayo randomized trial found tolerability comparable or better than placebo. If you have fragrance sensitivities or known allergies to geranium or sesame, you may need a patch test before intranasal use or try a small sample amount first to test for reactions. For young children, you may want to discuss use with a pediatrician first. Seek medical care for red flags such as recurrent one-sided nosebleeds, foul odor, a visible mass, or bleeding that doesn’t stop after 20 minutes; patients on blood thinners should also check with their clinician.

Bottom line

Dry, irritated noses and epistaxis can be stubborn, but a targeted, evidence-based moisturizing approach works. Rose geranium in sesame oil has clinical support. From a 2024 randomized trial in chemotherapy patients to a Johns Hopkins cohort in HHT showing symptom relief, fewer bleeds, and strong patient satisfaction.

Narisure Dry Nose Relief brings this research into a practical, easy-to-use option that fits everyday routines.

Further reading and sources

• Mayo Clinic RCT (2024): https://www.mayo.edu/research/clinical-trials/cls-20508008
• Johns Hopkins HHT cohort (PubMed): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23401038/
• Science-backed overview: https://www.narisure.com/blog/what-will-dry-up-a-runny-nose-insights-from-experts-and-science-backed-solutions
• Product info: Narisure — https://www.narisure.com

If you struggle with dryness, crusting, or frequent nosebleeds, you may benefit from using a sesame/rose geranium oil product like Narisure Dry Nose Relief with Rose Geranium Oil. In my practice, it’s become a go-to option for comfort and prevention.