Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary essential oil comes from the rosemarinus officinalis shrub which often grows by the sea. It is believed to have been used in funeral rites since Roman times.

A few of Rosemary Essential Oil's qualities are as follows:

- often used for dry and mature skin, wrinkles, acne, dandruff, eczema, headaches and as an effective insect repellant.

- works in a shampoo bar as it cleans oily hair very well.

- usually clear to pale yellow in color and is steam distilled from the wood shrub.

- is said to stimulate hair growth, cell renewal and reduce the appearance of vericose veins.

- is generally non-toxic but is not suitable for epileptics or pregnant women.

- blends well with spices, lavender, citronella, oregano, thyme, pine, basil, peppermint, petitgrain, and frankincense.

This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.