Rosemary Oil

by Theodoros Kontozi December 19, 2021

Rosemary oil has a characteristic tonic and refreshing scent. It comes from an aromatic evergreen shrub that can grow up to two meters and belongs to the family Lamiaceae, with green needle-shaped leaves and blue flowers. The production of oil is done by steam distillation from the leaves of the plant and its flowers.

Depending on the part of the plant that is distilled, but also the soil of its cultivation, different types of oil with different chemotype can be derived, such as: Salvia rosmarinus ct. verbenone, Salvia rosmarinus ct. cineole and Salvia rosmarinus ct. camphor. In all three species the main chemical compounds are verbenone, 1,8-cineole and camphor, but in each case their concentration changes. The chemotype Salvia rosmarinus ct. camphor is also the most widespread in the market.

rosemary oil

The origin of the oil is from the Mediterranean, but today it is produced worldwide. The most important rosemary oil producing countries are France, Tunisia, Morocco and Spain.

Its use in ancient times was limited mainly for religious purposes, as it was burned in ceremonies of various religions to drive away evil spirits. Later a wide range of benefits of the oil was discovered, so it was used to treat circulatory and respiratory disorders, for digestive, liver and nerve problems, for muscle pain, to enhance memory, but also in cosmetology to treat skin conditions, but especially of hair. In fact, it is widely used in oily and acne prone skin, in the treatment of hair loss, dandruff and cellulite.

rosemary plant

Latin name: Salvia rosmarinus / Rosmarinus officinalis

Aromatic profile: Strong, fresh camphor-like, woody, herbaceous aroma. Middle note.

Part of plant used for essential oils: Leaves and flowers

Countries of origin: Native to the Mediterranean, now cultivated worldwide. The main oil producing countries are France, Spain and Tunisia.

Special chemical properties: Camphor, 1,8-Cineole, Verbenone , Pinenes

Effects: Analgesic, antimicrobial, anti-oxidant, diuretic, fungicidal, restorative, stimulant (circulatory, adrenal cortex, hepatobiliary), stomachic, tonic

Blends well with: Chamomile german, chamomile roman, cypress, eucalyptus radiata, geranium, juniper berry, lavenderlemon, peppermint, ylang ylang

Precautions: Not to be used by epileptics, infants and pregnant. Not to be used undiluted

In our store you can find Rosemary oil and add it to your products in the following collections: