The beneficial properties of Rosemary are mainly due to the active ingredients contained in its essential oil which has the intense scent that distinguishes it and it is also one of the most versatile and easy to prepare, if you desire you can also D.I.Y.
- Rosemary essential oil, if inhaled is a stimulant of the nervous system, gives energy and stimulates concentration. It improves memory, especially during periods of strong pressure for intellectual activities.
- Rosemary essential oil, if vaporized in the environment, helps concentration and improves the emotional states. It has a strong invigorating action in periods of high stress and it helps recovery after a long illness.
- Mix 1 drop of Rosemary essential oil with a teaspoon of honey a few hours after the main meals, this can help purify the liver and stimulates bilious drainage, moving stagnations in the organism.
- In the garden Rosemary essential oil is a valid ally to help repelling many parasites. In fact, it has been demonstrated that it repels larvae as well. Just place a few drops of Rosemary essential oil directly on the edge of the pot, to prevent insects from chewing the leaves of plants.
Rosemary essential oil on a topical level
- Rosemary essential oil has an excellent healing effect. If used on flesh wounds, it acts quickly, preventing microorganisms from proliferating and infecting the affected part.
- To relieve muscle and joint pain and improve microcirculation, mix 50 ml. of extra virgin olive oil and 10 drops of Rosemary essential oil and apply on the affected areas.
On an emotional level
- Rosemary essential oil, if used in the morning, has a general invigorating action; it dissolves and stimulates our emotional components, inspires courage and strengthens the will.
- It is an enemy of illusions, it teaches to be forward-looking and to distinguish more clearly the nuances of life.
How to choose the right Rosemary essential oil
In the label of a good Rosemary essential oil, the chemotype (the active substance) must be indicated, in particular there are 3 specific types of Rosemary essential oil:
• Camphor chemotype: antirheumatic action
• Cineole chemotic: balsamic action
• Verbenone chemotype: metabolic regulatory action
According to the necessities, you must choose the most suitable essential oil.
For beauty and body care recipes, you generally have to use a Rosemary essential oil with verberone chemotype