Rosemary oil is one of the well known essential oils. Rosemary is a perennial herb with fragrant evergreen needle-like leaves. Rosemary originates from the Mediterranean region. The name rosemary is derived from the Latin name ‘rosmarinus’, which means “dew of the sea”. Rosemary oil has a number of medicinal properties. It is also an essential ingredient for aromatherapy.
Rosemary Oil for Hair:
Rosemary essential oil can be used in the bath, by massaging on the scalp, face or body. The essential oil stimulates hair follicles and hair growth. It also prevents premature hair loss is generally believed to slow down or even permanently hold off premature hair loss and graying of hair. This essential oil also soothe and condition dry, flaky scalps checking dandruff. Rosemary oil mixed well with tea tree and basil leaves for scalp problems.
Rosemary Oil for Skin:
Rosemary oil is very useful for skin. It stimulates blood flow and circulation. You can make a homemade facial by mixing one tablespoon of rosemary with fresh yogurt. The mixture has to be applied on the face. The yogurt tightens the skin pores and the rosemary stimulates blood circulation.
Rosemary Oil for Body Treatment:
Rosemary oil massage provides refreshment. You can add a few drops of rosemary oil to your bathing water. Rosemary essential oil relaxes tired muscles, and the accompanying smell soothes your nerves. You can also go for a full body massage with rosemary oil.
Medicinal Properties of Rosemary:
The oil is used as a special tonic for overall body fitness and also for healing the liver, brain, heart and eyes. Herbalists recommend rosemary oil for illness related to the gall bladder and the liver. Rosemary is an excellent antiseptic for the treatment of flu, viral infection, and colds. Rosemary oil massages works for sore muscles, arthritis, and rheumatism. It also helps lower blood sugar level, blood pressure, and relieves cramps and regularizes menstrual cycles.