Rosemary Oil

\"\"Rosemary oil has a warm, strong and invigorating scent that can clear your head and improve blood circulation. It has been cultivated for ornamental, medical, culinary and perfumery purposes for centuries.

Long associated with improving and stimulating the mind and memory, rosemary has impressive healing qualities that make it an excellent tonic for when you\’re feeling physically, mentally and emotionally worn out.

Rosemary oil is antiseptic and antibacterial. It was often burned in hospitals and chambers. In French hospitals, it is customary to burn rosemary with juniper berries to purify the air and aid convalescence. Romaenery has the ability to stimulate the adrenal glands which makes it a good remedy for long-term depression and chronic illness, increasing your energy levels and general zest for life.

Sprinkle a few drops of Rosemary oil to your hairbrush every morning for glossy hair. The small leaves of the rosemary shrub can be dried and used in herbal remedies and teas
Sprinkle a few drops of Rosemary oil to your hairbrush every morning for glossy hair. The small leaves of the rosemary shrub can be dried and used in herbal remedies and teas

Active ingredients of Rosemary Oil

Rosemary is a slow-growing evergreen shrub. It originates from the coast of the Mediterranean. The chemical constituents of rosemary oil are as follows:

Antioxidents

Rosemary contains chemicals known as diterpenes and flavonoids which promote fat breakdown and reduce cellular damage that leads to ageing. Flavonoids also improve circulation, especially to the scalp promoting good memory and healthy hair.

Camphor

Rosemary oil contains camphor, a stimulant that increases body heat in cold, tense and arthritic joint. It also works as an antiseptic.

Rosmaricine

This is a stimulant and mild pain reliever. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that can relax and ease sore and aching muscles.

The Folklore of Rosemary

Rosemary has long been thought of as an emblem of fidelity for lovers because of its link with remembrance.

  • At Weddings, rosemary was dipped into perfumed water and twisted into a wreath worn by the bride. A rosemary branch painted gold and ties with coloured silk ribbons was presented to wedding guests as a symbol of love and loyalty.
  • At funerals, the mourners carried rosemary to be thrown onto the coffin once it had been lowered into the ground. This is still a tradition in some parts of Wales.
  • The Greeks and Romans used rosemary as hair decorations so that it would work on memory and intelligence.
  • It is said that rosemary grows in abundance where the woman rules the home.
  • In Spain and Italy, it was used as general protection against witches and evil spirits.
  • The Sicilians believe that young fairies taking on the shape of snakes would lie amongst the branches of rosemary shrubs.

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