Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary Essential Oil according to researchers

• Reduces microbial contamination in aqueous emulsions.
• Promotes vasodilation, antibacterial, antioxidant, cytotoxic, antimutagenic, and antiphlogistic actions.
• Caution: Avoid during pregnancy (due to abortive effect), not recommended for epileptics (neurotoxic effect), and use cautiously in individuals with primary hypertension and diabetes.(Fernández, Palomino, & Frutos, 2014)
• Rosemary has traditionally been used for its analgesic properties. Useful in alleviating fluid retention by adding to a foot bath or used as a compress for arthritis or overworked muscles. Blends with Peppermint, Tangerine, Lavender, and Frankincense(Battaglia, 2003)
• Preference area assays  were run to evaluate the repellent effect of citronella, oregano, and rosemary essential oils against T. castaneum, commonly referred to as the red flour beetle(Nerio, Olivero-Verbel, & Stashenko, 2010)

 

1. May Improve Brain Function

Breathing

Rosemary essential oil may help you focus and remember information. It may also aid your

memory as you age, but more research is needed.

• Rosemary, revered for centuries, has been found to enhance brain function and memory.
• Inhalation of rosemary essential oil helps protect acetylcholine, a vital neurotransmitter responsible for thinking, concentration, and memory.
• Research demonstrates that breathing in rosemary essential oil improves cognitive abilities, including increased speed, accuracy, concentration, and information recall

Using rosemary essential oil for Brain Functions

     Inhaling rosemary Essential oil can be done in several ways:

1. Diffusion:

Add a few drops of rosemary essential oil to a diffuser or aromatherapy diffuser necklace. The essential oil will disperse into the air, allowing you to breathe in the aromatic molecules.

2. Steam Inhalation:

essential oil in a pot of water and remove it from heat. Add a few drops of rosemary essential oil to the hot water, cover your head with a towel, and lean over the pot. Inhale the steam for a few minutes, taking deep breaths.

3. Direct Inhalation:

Place a few drops of rosemary essential oil on a cotton ball or tissue and hold it near your nose. Breathe deeply to enjoy the scent and experience the cognitive benefits of rosemary.

2-Stimulates Hair Growth with Rosemary Essential oil:

• Androgenetic alopecia, the most common form of hair loss, can be treated with rosemary essential oil, which prevents a testosterone byproduct from attacking hair follicles.
• Massaging diluted rosemary essential oil into the scalp twice daily for six months can increase hair thickness, similar to the hair regrowth remedy minoxidil (Rogaine), but with fewer reported side effects.
• Rosemary essential oil may also fight patchy hair loss, or alopecia areata, with a 44% improvement rate in hair loss shown in a seven-month study.

 Using Rosemary Essential Oil for Hair Growth

 

Scalp Massage: Dilute rosemary essential oil with a carrier essential oil, such as coconut essential oil or jojoba essential oil, in a 1:2 ratio. Apply the mixture to your scalp and gently massage for a few minutes. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes or overnight before rinsing it out.

 

DIY Hair Rinse: Brew a strong infusion of rosemary by steeping rosemary leaves in hot water for about 30 minutes. Once cooled, use it as a final rinse after shampooing and conditioning your hair. Leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing it out.

 

Hair Mask: Create a nourishing hair mask by combining rosemary essential oil with other beneficial ingredients. Mix a few drops of rosemary essential oil with a natural hair conditioner, aloe vera gel, or coconut essential oil. Apply the mixture to your hair, focusing on the scalp and roots. Leave it on for 30 minutes to an hour before washing it out.

 

3-May Help Relieve Pain with Rosemary Essential oil

1. Natural Pain Relief: Rosemary has been traditionally used as a mild pain reliever in folk medicine, potentially offering a natural alternative for pain management.
2. Shoulder Pain Reduction: A study on stroke survivors with shoulder pain showed that applying a rosemary essential oil blend with acupressure led to a significant 30% reduction in pain, highlighting the potential effectiveness of rosemary essential oil for relieving specific types of pain.

 

Using Rosemary Essential Oil for Pain Relief:

1. Topical Application: Dilute rosemary essential oil with a carrier essential oil, such as coconut essential oil or almond essential oil, in a 1:2 ratio. Gently massage the diluted essential oil onto the affected area, ensuring it is absorbed into the skin. Repeat this process as needed for pain relief.
2. Compress or Soak: Add a few drops of rosemary essential oil to warm water and soak a clean cloth or towel in the mixture. Apply the compress directly to the painful area or use it as a warm soak by immersing the affected body part in the water for soothing relief.

4 Repelling insects with Rosemary Essential oil

1. Natural Insect Deterrent: Rosemary essential oil provides a natural alternative to chemical products for repelling harmful insects that may bite or infest your garden, offering an environmentally friendly solution.
2. Effective Against Pest Insects: A rosemary-essential oil-based pesticide demonstrated its efficacy by reducing the population of two-spotted spider mites on greenhouse tomato plants by 52% without causing harm to the plants.
3. Protection Against Disease-Carrying Insects: Rosemary essential oil has shown the ability to repel blood-sucking insects, such as Aedes aegypti mosquitoes responsible for spreading the Zika virus. It was also found to be as effective as a chemical insecticide in controlling black-legged ticks, which carry Lyme disease.

 

How to Use Rosemary Oil for Insect Repellent

1. Create a DIY spray by mixing rosemary essential oil with water and carrier oil. Apply it to your skin or clothes.
2. Protect your garden by spraying a mixture of rosemary oil and water on plants or infested areas.
3. Apply diluted rosemary oil directly to your skin as a personal insect repellent. Consider using a diffuser indoors to deter insects