Rosemary is a common herb to use fresh or dried in many culinary dishes, but it is also an excellent essential oil to use in aromatherapy.
Rosemary (rosemarinus officinalis) essential oil is made by steam distilling the little needle-like leaves, as well as the flowers, of the plant.
Rosemary essential oil has many therapeutic benefits including being anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. Due to its antibacterial properties, Rosemary is a good oil to diffuse, as it may help purify the air.
Another therapeutic property of Rosemary essential oil is that it is a stimulant to the Central Nervous System.Inhaling the scent of, or receiving a massage with Rosemary can increase alertness and focus, and increase breathing rate and blood pressure.
Energetic properties of Rosemary: The Oil of Knowledge and Transition
Rosemary can assist us with the gathering of true knowledge and intelligence. It challenges us to look further and deeper than we normally would and ask more soul-searching questions.
Rosemary is supportive to those who have learning disabilities.
Rosemary aids us in adapting to times of change. It supports us to feel confident and assured during challenging times.
Positive energetic properties of Rosemary: mental clarity, knowledgeable, teachable, enlightened, open to new experiences, ability to adjust.
Energetically, Rosemary is the oil of knowledge and transition. It can help support us in times of change and the pursuit of knowledge.
There isn't just one type of rosemary essential oil. Rosemary essential oil can come in different chemotypes, such as Rosmarinus officinalis ct. 1,8 cineole or Rosemarinus officinalis ct. camphor.
What the heck is a chemotype?
A chemotype is a separate version of a plant that has the same genus and species, but due to environmental conditions has created different chemical constituents. Not all plants create chemotypes, but Rosemary is one that does.
Because the different chemotypes of Rosemary have different chemical constituents, they are also going to have different therapeutic benefits. It's important to know which chemotype you want to use.
