ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL

Rosmarinus officinalis Grown in Tunisia

Rosemary Oil has a sharp herbaceous and fresh scent. The odor character of Rosemary oil varies according to where the plants grow (altitude and climate), what plant parts are distilled, and whether the plant material is fresh or dried when distilled.*1. It was sacred to the ancient Greeks and Romans who used it as a symbol of regeneration and employed its aromatic qualities in incense.*2.

Process: Steamed Distilled Essential Oil

Plant Part: Leaves

Note: Middle Note

Aroma Families: Herbal, Medicinal

Aroma: Strong, fresh, smooth yet penetrating, woody-herbaceous aroma with a somewhat minty-green back note becoming a clean, woody-balsamic body note in the drydown.

Blends With:

Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Clove Bud, Citronella, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemongrass, Lime, Lemon, Mandarin, Melissa, Orange, Oregano, Peppermint, Petitgrain & Pine.

“…finds extensive use in perfumery for citrus colognes, lavender waters, fougères, pine needle fragrances, and Oriental perfumes (blends excellently with olibanum [Frankincense] and spice oils!)…”3.

Benefits:

Toning & cleansing, Rosemary is a stimulating and energising oil that is useful for  alertness, increasing circulation, as well as providing a rejuvenating hair tonic. Rosemary Oil has been said to assist alopecia; 

Recommended Use:

Containing rosmarinic acid, Rosemary is anti-inflammatory as well as it helps fight germs; in respiratory blends for its antiviral & antibacterial properties; for hair care as it stimulates circulation; in focus blends as it stimulates the nervous system increasing circulation in the brain; can help menstrual cramps with its warming & anti-inflammatory properties. 

Care Instructions:

Not recommended for ingestion. Non-irritant in dilution. Avoid using on children under 7 years old, elders, pregnant/nursing women.

Information on the traditional uses and properties are provided on this site is for educational use only, and is not intended as medical advice. If you have any serious health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner before use.

Easy Recipe

Invigorating Shower Gel

Equipment:

250ml Bottle

Ingredients:

55 drops Rosemary Essential Oil

30 drops Peppermint Essential Oil

40 drops Lemon Essential Oil

240 ml Castille Liquid Soap

Method:

Blend together without causing soap to lather but enough to blend oils all the way through. Use in shower to stimulate your senses.

References:

1. Poucher, William A. Perfumes, Cosmetics & Soaps, 1930, p. 310.

2. Aromatherapy for the Family, Jan Kusmirek, ed., 1992, p. 47.

3. Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, p. 559.