Rosemary essential oil is a product with medicinal properties. It is made from rosemary - an evergreen perennial shrub that grows in Europe and the Mediterranean. For the production of essential oil primary raw materials are taken and processed using special equipment. The finished product is used in the pharmaceutical industry and cosmetology.
Indications for use
The remedy helps with a number of pathologies.
- Alopecia. Rosemary extract is often added to hair lotions and medicated shampoos. The oil improves blood flow in the scalp, stimulates hair follicles and prevents baldness;
- Inflammation of the oral cavity. It has an antiseptic effect, destroying pathogenic microorganisms. Relieves pain and eliminates bad breath. Used for gargling;
- Inflammation of the nose. Can be used for inhalation and rinsing. Disinfects the nasal cavity and facilitates breathing.
Due to its volatility, rosemary is able to evaporate into the air and destroy up to 80% of the microorganisms in it. For this reason, it is often used to treat colds.
Properties
The oil composition includes: camphene, limonene, borneolinalool, pinenes, camphor, bornyl acetate, verbenone, dipentene, linalyl acetate.
Rosemary essential oil properties:
- removes excess fluid from the body;
- destroys microorganisms, preventing decay in wounds;
- soothes inflammation;
- inhibits oxidative processes;
- has a restorative effect.
Characteristics
Rosemary aroma oil is colorless or light yellow. The aroma is herbaceous-minty, with woody and balsamic notes.
To choose rosemary oil and not stumble upon a fake, follow these recommendations:
- Pay attention to the cost. Natural oils belong to the “premium” class and are not sold at a low price. A large amount of raw materials is used to make the product, and the extraction process is very laborious. This is why the cost is high.
- Consider the bottle. Real essential oils are sensitive to sunlight. According to international standards, to preserve properties, the product must be stored in a dark glass bottle. If the oil is stored in a transparent or light jar, then it is fake. In addition, the bottle with the liquid composition must close tightly: proven manufacturers add a first opening ring to the bottle.
- Find the volume information on the label. Essential oil is an expensive product. With proper use, it lasts for 6-12 months, which coincides with its shelf life. Manufacturers produce oils in bottles from 2 to 10 ml. Counterfeits are sold in bottles up to 50 ml;
- Ask the seller to show the certificate. It should have an ISO or GMP mark confirming that the essential oil meets international standards. The markings “recovered”, “restructured” or “for use in cosmetic purposes” indicate that you have a fake. The absence of a certificate also indicates this;
- Apply a drop of essential oil to your skin or fabric. Inhale the aroma at different intervals. If the oil is real, its smell at the beginning and after 15-20 minutes will be different due to its multi-component nature. The aroma of essential oil made from cheap raw materials will weaken, and then completely disappear. To determine the authenticity of the product using this method, you need to have a good sense of smell.
If you understand that you have purchased a fake after the purchase, do not use the oil for medicinal purposes. It can only be used as a flavoring agent.
Contraindications
The remedy is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance, increased skin sensitivity, pregnancy, a tendency to convulsions, epilepsy, hypertension. Before use, be sure to conduct an allergy test.
How to use correctly
Rosemary essential oil application:
- make an aroma lamp. To do this, take a liter of water, add 3-5 drops of essential oil to it, pour it into an open container and place it in the room;
- add to a hot bath. 6-10 drops are enough;
- aromatize massage oil or liquid soap. Add 3 ml of the composition to 5 ml of the base;
- conduct inhalation. Pour 3 drops of the product into a saucepan with hot water (2-3 liters);
- make a mask for overdried and brittle hair. To do this, you need to mix two types of oils: olive (15 drops) and rosemary (6 drops). Apply to wet hair, gently distribute and hold for half an hour;
- prepare a composition for the treatment of acne. To prepare it, mix 3 drops of oil, 12 g of rice flour and 3 g of cinnamon. Apply to the skin of the face and leave for 20 minutes;
- make a mask from couperose. To do this, you need to take 6 drops of rosemary oil, 18 drops of almond oil, 1 ascorutin tablet and 6 g of pink clay. Mix and apply to the face for 15 minutes.
Use rosemary essential oil no more than 2 times a week.Rosemary essential oil is a useful remedy that has a beneficial effect on the skin, soothes and has a pleasant smell. However, you should not limit yourself to its use and refuse full-fledged treatment.
