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Rosemary Essential Oil 10ml
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Product Details
Name: Rosemary
Scientific Name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Method of extraction: Steam distillation
Part of plant: Leaves
Country of origin: Morrocco
Rosemary essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the Rosemary plant through steam distillation. It has a fresh, herbal, and slightly medicinal scent that is known to be invigorating and energizing. Rosemary essential oil is a popular choice in aromatherapy for its ability to promote focus, clarity, and concentration. It is also commonly used in skincare products for its cleansing and toning properties. Additionally, rosemary essential oil has been traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects. Studies have shown rosemary essential oil had a benefit on spatial, short-term memory.
Rosemary essential oil has at least 3 different concentrations of its major compounds: camphor, cineol and verbenone. This oil develops a different chemical composition depending on the location and growing conditions of the plant such as temperature and rain.
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Main Components
Cineole (50.63%), alpha-Pinene (11.01%), Camphor (9.89%)
Health
Rosemary essential oil is recommended to reduce contractures, cramps and as a muscle stimulant. Assists in concentration and mental stimulation and respiratory tract problems in general.
Anti-inflammatory
Rosemary essential oil improves joint comfort, has neuromuscular action, is lipolytic, anti-rheumatic, venous decongestant and vasodilator. Acts in circulatory disorders with or without varicose veins.
Mental stimulant
In a 2003 study, rosemary essential oil had a benefit on spatial and short-term memory in a study of 144 people [1]. In another, with 120 nursing students, the oil increased their concentration [2].
Alopecia
In a study of rosemary oil associated with thyme, lavender and cedar on the scalp showed that this mixture helped in the increase of strands. Camphor is present in many hair products, shampoos and hair loss products.
Other uses
Rosemary essential oil has mucolytic properties, due to its cineole concentration, making it a strong ally in cases of respiratory tract infections such as colds and bronchitis.
Precautions
It is neurotoxic and abortifacient, being contraindicated in pregnant women, babies, children and epileptics.
Asthmatics should not use it either.
How to use
Always perform a maximum dilution of 20%, carrying out a test on the arm before using it and associated with a carrier oil.
Avoid direct use on the skin as it can cause a sensation of heat and be irritating.
References
[1] Moss M, Cook J, et al. Aromas of rosemary and lavender essential oils differentially affect cognition and mood in healthy adults. Int J Neurosci. 2003 Jan;113(1):15-3