ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL
A stimulating and strengthening essential oil traditionally valued for memory, circulation, respiratory health, and vitality.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Family: Lamiaceae/Labiatae
Origin: Mediterranean / Southern Europe
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the leaves, flowers, and twigs
Note: Middle
Colour: Colourless to pale yellow
Aroma: Woody, herbaceous, and warm
About This Essential Oil
Rosemary Essential Oil has been treasured for centuries as a powerful tonic for the mind and body. Traditionally valued for supporting memory, concentration, circulation, respiratory wellbeing, and muscular recovery, Rosemary is one of aromatherapy's most stimulating and revitalising essential oils.
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports memory and concentration
• Popular for respiratory wellbeing
• Traditionally valued for circulation and vitality
• Helps ease muscular aches and stiffness
• Supports healthy hair and scalp care
• Refreshing, strengthening aroma
History
The name Rosemary comes from the Latin meaning 'dew of the sea'. Throughout history it has been highly regarded by physicians and herbalists including Theophrastus, Dioscorides, Hippocrates, Galen, and Culpeper.
The Egyptians valued Rosemary and traces have been found in First Dynasty tombs. The Greeks and Romans considered it a sacred plant associated with love and remembrance. Throughout the centuries it was burned with Juniper berries to purify the air and help prevent infection.
Rosemary has traditionally been valued for supporting the central nervous system, memory, concentration, circulation, and vitality. It is also regarded as one of the most effective warming and stimulating essential oils in aromatherapy.
Main Chemical Components
30% Oxides, 30% Monoterpenes, 25% Ketones
Properties
• Analgesic
• Antidepressant
• Astringent
• Carminative
• Cephalic
• Cholagogue
• Cordial
• Digestive
• Diuretic
• Emmenagogue
• Hepatic
• Hypertensive
• Nervine
• Rubefacient
• Stimulant
• Sudorific
• Tonic
• Antiseptic
• Antiviral
• Antirheumatic
• Cytophylactic
Traditional Uses
• Skin – Traditionally used for dandruff, boils, swelling, and scalp care.
• Muscular System – Traditionally valued for aches, pains, arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica, and tired or overworked muscles.
• Nervous System – Traditionally used for memory support, concentration, study, fatigue, depression, lethargy, confusion, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, headaches, migraines, and mental stimulation.
• Circulatory System – Traditionally valued for poor circulation, varicose veins, low blood pressure, palpitations, and gout.
• Lymphatic System – Traditionally used for cellulite, oedema, and lymphatic congestion.
• Respiratory System – Traditionally valued for bronchitis, sinusitis, asthma, influenza, and catarrhal conditions.
• Digestive System – Traditionally used for constipation, diarrhoea, flatulence, gall stones, dyspepsia, gastro-enteritis, stomach discomfort, liver support, hepatitis, and jaundice.
• Reproductive System – Traditionally valued for amenorrhoea, scanty periods, and leucorrhoea.
• Other – Traditionally used in hair care products to promote healthy hair growth, support recovery during convalescence, and strengthen memory.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Strengthening and uplifting
• Invigorates the mind and emotions
• Helpful during mental fatigue and exhaustion
• Supports clarity and decision-making
• Traditionally valued when feeling overburdened or overworked
• Encourages motivation, focus, and resilience
Blends Well With
Eucalyptus, Petitgrain, Basil, Black Pepper, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Orange, Tangerine, Tea Tree, Thyme, Cedarwood, Ginger, Jasmine, and Carrot Seed.
Health & Safety
• May negate homeopathic remedies.
• Avoid with epilepsy.
• Avoid with high blood pressure.
• Avoid during pregnancy.
• Always dilute appropriately before topical use.
• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.
• For external use only.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
