Long used for its fragrant culinary and medicinal purposes, rosemary essential oil is an invigorating aroma that has the ability to energise both the mind and body. It’s anti-oxidant, antimicrobial and stimulating properties make rosemary a multipurpose herb that can be harnessed for a variety of reasons. Whether it is to improve brain function, promote skin clarity and hair growth, and energise the circulatory system to vitalise the body. Rosemary oil is an ally worth having in your medicine cabinet.
Benefits of Rosemary Essential Oil
Brain Function
Rosemary is one of the most notable extracts that may improve brain function. According to a study, inhalation of rosemary exhibited a significant increase in memory recall of images and number. The volunteers felt refreshed after inhaling rosemary, and results showed a stimulating effect on the brain wave activity. To harness rosemary for optimum brain function, diffuse the aroma throughout your work-space to improve focus, concentration and memory recall. You can learn more about essential oils for concentration here.
Skin-Care
Rosemary extracts might be one of the most undervalued oils for skin-care, but it is is possibly your skin’s best friend. Rosemary is en excellent source of anti-oxidant and anti-microbial activity (Nieto, Gema et al., 2018). Additionally, it is stimulating and may help promote local blood flow, skin-cell regenaration and lymphatic drainage. These properties make rosemary essential oil a potent ally for relieving acne, skin-scarring and other skin conditions.
Hair Growth
Rosemary’s stimulating actions has its uses in hair-care and growth. Rosemary has been used for the treatment of dry scalp, itchiness and scaling throughout various folk practices within the Mediterranean region. According to a study, rosemary essential oil promoted hair growth on mice, although more research is needed to clarify the capabilities of rosemary oil on humans.
Circulatory Stimulation
Rosemary essential oil is stimulating and vitalising, making it a top choice for circulatory stimulation. A study shows that the inhalation of rosemary significantly increased patients’ heart rate, blood pressure and respiratory rate, alongside energising the mood of the subjects. Patients felt less drowsy and more active, fresh and alert. Circulatory stimulation is essential for both physical and mental health. A healthy circulation can relieve tense muscles, joint inflammation, and mentally combat feelings of fatigue and exhaustion. You can learn more about essential oils and the circulatory system here.
Recipes for Rosemary Essential Oil
DIY Facial Serum: Anti-Scarring & Acne Treatment
This DIY facial serum infuses the stimulating actions of rosemary essential oil, soothing frankincense and refreshing bergamot. Blend this formula in a 30ml dropper bottle and use daily for anti-scarring and acne support.
This recipe incorporates the renowned oils most popularly used for hair-care. This hair oil may promote hair growth, soothe a dry, itchy scalp and may prevent dandruff. Massage your hair, from the roots and scalp, all the way down to the tips.
Rosemary, sweet orange and peppermint essential oils are stimulating, refreshing and vitalising. They are notable for their memory and mood enhancing properties, alongside stimulating focus and concentration. Rub this 10ml roller bottle on your palms and nerve points throughout your body to get into the working zone, mindset and mood.
Ingredients
10 ml carrier oil of choice (sweet almond, jojoba, evening primrose)
*Please do not disregard professional medical advise. This information is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical conditions. Always consult with a healthcare practitioner for appropriate treatment. Take caution if your are diabetic, epileptic, pregnant, breastfeeding or facing any serious health issues.
