ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL
A fresh herbal oil with woody, camphoraceous, warm and penetrating notes.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Salvia rosmarinus (syn. Rosmarinus officinalis)
Common Name: Rosemary
Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Origin of Plant: Mediterranean region
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops
Note: Middle
Colour: Colourless to pale yellow
Aroma: Fresh, woody, herbaceous and camphoraceous
About This Essential Oil
Rosemary Essential Oil is steam distilled from Salvia rosmarinus, formerly known as Rosmarinus officinalis. Its fresh, penetrating herbal aroma is widely used in diffuser blends, hair and scalp products, soaps and carefully formulated massage and body products. Rosemary oils occur in different chemotypes, so batch chemistry must be verified before determining suitable applications and limits.
Key Benefits
• Provides a fresh and invigorating herbal aroma
• Creates an alert aromatic atmosphere
• Popular in hair and scalp-care formulations
• Complements carefully formulated massage products
• Adds freshness to soaps and household fragrance
• Blends readily with citrus, herbaceous and woody oils
History
Rosemary has a long cultural history around the Mediterranean and has been associated with remembrance, ceremony and household fragrance. Its name is commonly linked to the Latin ros marinus, or 'dew of the sea'. Rosemary branches and preparations have appeared in cooking, perfumery and customary practices for centuries. Historical use does not establish that concentrated Rosemary Essential Oil prevents infection or treats memory, circulatory or respiratory disorders.
Main Chemical Components
30% Oxides, 30% Monoterpenes, 25% Ketones
Aromatic Characteristics
• Fresh and herbaceous
• Woody and warm
• Camphoraceous and penetrating
• Persistent middle aromatic note
Aromatic Uses
• Creates an alert atmosphere in diffuser blends
• Adds herbal character to hair and scalp products
• Complements carefully formulated massage oils
• Freshens soaps and household fragrance products
• Bridges citrus, spice and woody compositions
Aromatic Profile
• Often described as refreshing and invigorating
• Opens with crisp herbal-camphor notes
• Develops warm woody and resinous nuances
Blends Well With
Basil, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Tea Tree and Thyme.
Health & Safety
• Patch test before use; stop if irritation occurs. Avoid eyes and broken skin.
• Seek qualified advice for pregnancy, breastfeeding, children or medical conditions.
• Obtain professional advice for epilepsy or seizure disorders.
• Do not use on or near babies' or young children's faces.
• Diffuse sparingly and intermittently with good ventilation.
• Oxidised oil may sensitise; keep tightly closed and use fresh oil.
• Keep from children and animals; store below 25°C away from sunlight and heat.
