Botanical

Rosemary is a small shrub of the Lamiaceae family. It is an integral part of the Provençal landscape and Mediterranean "clichés". In cultivation, rosemary can reach 2 m, its needle-shaped leaves are evergreen, green on top and gray-white on the underside. Its flowers, presented in clusters, take on a pale blue or purple color during the flowering period.

Origin and history

Originally from the Mediterranean basin, rosemary covers the sunny scrublands of the South. A condiment herb, its fresh or dried leaves are used in “sun cuisine”: bouquet garni, marinade, grilled meats, sauces. A melliferous plant, honey from rosemary is fragrant, sweet and delicate. Finally, the list of phytotherapeutic virtues of rosemary is as long to describe as its history and its legends.

Organoleptic properties

Appearance: liquid

Color: pale yellow

Smell: herbaceous, slightly camphorated, aromatic

Distilled parts: Twigs

Country of production: Spain

Density: 0.895-0.910

Chemotype / composition

Main biochemical constituents or chemotype: camphor, cineole, alphapinene.

Allergenic molecules naturally present in this essential oil: Limonene, Linalool

Certain natural compounds contained in this essential oil may pose an allergy risk in some people. To measure your tolerance, always do a test application in the crease of the elbow before using in your mixtures.

Properties

Organic camphor rosemary essential oil is:

• General and stimulating tonic
• Pain killer
• Respiratory
• pest control

For rosemary with camphor, two opposing actions are observed depending on the dosage of the essential oil:

• In low doses, it is a general tonic
• At higher doses, it is a muscle relaxant.

Directions

Camphor rosemary essential oil is an excellent general tonic. It is ideal for athletes because it relieves muscle pain, cramps, tension, aches, tendonitis, rheumatism and lumbago.

It is effective in treating respiratory disorders.

Modes of use

Consult a physician before any therapeutic use or oral treatment. Camphor rosemary essential oil is contraindicated for pregnant women and young children.

On the skin :

2 drops of organic camphor rosemary essential oil + 6 drops of organic sesame vegetable oils, massage into cramps and aches.

possible synergy

Synergy: Wintergreen, tarragon

In energy aromatherapy, rosemary essential oil is associated with the solar plexus and 3rd eye chakras, “Manipura” and “Ajna”. Its colors are yellow and indigo.

Rosemary essential oil activates the "Manipura" and "Ajna" chakras, it develops concentration, gives energy to the body.

Synergy: True lavender, peppermint, clove