Uses and properties of rosemary oil. Impact on the nervous system

Aug-25-2016

What is rosemary?

What is rosemary essential oil, the properties and uses of this oil, as well as what medicinal properties does it have, and how is rosemary oil specifically useful for human health? These questions often arise among those who care about their health and are interested in traditional methods of treatment, in particular, treatment with essential oils. And this interest is understandable. Maybe in this article, to some extent, you can get an answer to these questions.

Rosemary officinalis, or Common rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a species of semi-shrub and shrubby evergreen plants of the genus Rosemary (Rosmarinus) of the Lamiaceae family.

In Russian, both the species Rosmarinus officinalis and the genus Rosmarinus are called rosemary.

Alkaloids (rosemaricin), ursolic and rosmarinic acids, tannins, etc. have been found in rosemary leaves.

The leaves, flowers and upper parts of the shoots contain essential (rosemary) oil, its yield, depending on the place of plant growth, is 0.3-1.2% (on a wet weight). The accumulation of oil in the leaves has two maxima: in the period of full flowering and in the period of fruit shedding.

The essential oil of this plant is used in the perfume and cosmetic industry; leaves, flowers and young shoots - in the alcoholic beverage and baking industries.

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Rosemary essential oil:

This oil is highly valued, it has antiseptic properties and is used to treat acne and furunculosis, eczema, infected wounds, abscesses, etc. It also tightens the skin of the body.

This oil is made from young shoots, leaves and flowers, which contain up to 2% of essential oil, by steam treatment.

Properties:

Mixed with various spices, rosemary officinalis, as well as another type - prostrate rosemary, are used in cooking as a seasoning for fish and meat dishes, canned food, salads, sauces, it is added to tea, etc.

Rosemary essential oil is produced from the flowering shrub Rosmarinus officinalis. It is fluid, light in consistency, has no color. The scent of rosemary is fresh yet persistent with bright herbal notes.

One of the pronounced properties of this herbal remedy is that it perfectly stimulates precisely those brain cells that are responsible for memory. That is why the branch of this shrub is considered a symbol of memories. The aroma of rosemary in alternative medicine is used even for amnesia.

Previously, Greek students used to make wreaths of rosemary branches before exams and wear them during exams to activate memory, increase concentration and improve mental activity. The aroma of rosemary has always been loved by scientists, clerks and students, because it helped to remember not only numbers and names, but also foreign words.

Rosemary belongs to the class of tonic aromas and is an aphrodisiac.

Oil composition:

resins and bitterness
bornyl acetate
camphor
camphene
pinene
limonene
cineole
caryophyllene
tannins, etc.

All these components have a beneficial effect on the human body.

Contraindications:

Even this warm, spicy and very cozy fragrance has its contraindications.

It is obligatory to check any essential oil for individual intolerance. To do this, you need to apply a small amount of oil to the skin on the inner parts of the elbow and behind the ears (the resulting burning sensation should pass in a few minutes) and wait 12 hours, if there are no unpleasant sensations, then you can safely use the oil.

Rosemary oil is not recommended for epileptics, people prone to convulsions and hypertension, people with high blood pressure should be careful when using this fragrance, although discomfort disappears after two weeks of use. During pregnancy, it is also better to refuse the use of rosemary, except in the cases described above. To avoid uneven tanning and sunburn, do not apply oil to the skin less than an hour before going out into the open sun.

Application:

Being a powerful stimulant of the immune activity of the human body, this oil has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the digestive system, it can not only fight inflammation, but also work as a choleretic agent.

This herbal remedy is used for problems with the respiratory tract, it acts emollient and relieves cough.

The aroma of rosemary is considered the "flavor of the heart". It regulates the functioning of the circulatory system and the heart muscle, and also normalizes blood pressure. The ability of rosemary to reduce the level of "bad" cholesterol in the blood and have an anti-sclerotic effect is known.

The aroma of rosemary can even cope with pain, acting as a natural analgesic. It is recommended to rub it on the forehead, temples and neck in order to relieve headaches associated with a stressful situation. This fragrance will be indispensable in the composition of a massage product, in an aroma lamp or an aromatic bath, if your goal is to relax the body, if you feel lethargic and muscle fatigue.

Fresh and invigorating, it is also capable of restoring the body's defenses and increasing its endurance.

Even pregnant women can use this oil, but only to get rid of nausea in the morning and using no more than 5 drops at once, you can directly inhale the fragrance from the bottle in this case.

Rosemary oil is an effective remedy for the treatment of vegetovascular dystonia, it can be used to improve cerebral circulation, get rid of eye fatigue and even increase visual acuity. Rosemary removes from a state of fainting and helps hypotensive patients with dizziness.

On an emotional level, rosemary oil can relieve a person of insecurity, suspiciousness and excessive shyness. The use of this oil is indicated in post-stress therapy, as it quickly returns the joy of being, relieving psychological problems.

This oil also has a positive effect on human energy, helping to think clearly and encouraging logical conclusions. Even in the occult, rosemary is revered as a means of awakening the subconscious and intuition.

This herbal remedy will also help after active physical exertion, it will definitely relieve the pain syndrome of strained muscles. With its help, all muscle stretching exercises are easier to perform.

In addition, rosemary essential oil:

It is used in the treatment of cholelithiasis (dissolves stones and sand), cleanses bile well, increases bile secretion, and lowers cholesterol levels in the blood.
Stimulates the work of the liver.
Antiseptic properties are used for skin lesions: acne and boils, infected wounds (healing), abscesses, burns.
Improves the activity of the stomach, used in the treatment of gastroenteritis, colitis, dyspepsia, flatulence, constipation.
Prevents the reproduction of yeast flora in the gastrointestinal tract.
It has a regulating effect on blood and lymph circulation.
It is used as an anti-inflammatory agent in diseases of the upper respiratory tract.
It has an analgesic effect for arthritis, muscle pain, rheumatism, osteochondrosis, gout.
Raises blood pressure.
Stimulates the immune system.
It has an anti-inflammatory effect on the genitourinary system.
Regulates the menstrual cycle.
Strengthens the heart, the walls of the veins, improves blood circulation in the limbs, has an anti-inflammatory effect in varicose veins, hemorrhoids.
Sharpens hearing, increases sensitivity to smells.
In folk medicine, it is used for insomnia, colds, headaches, migraines, epilepsy, paralysis, edema, leucorrhea, asthma, neuroses, dropsy, and also to increase lactation in lactating women.
Warm deep aroma relieves nervous and mental strain, improves memory, has a tonic effect.
In cosmetology, it is used to care for oily and impure skin, as it eliminates inflammatory processes, improves local blood circulation and cell renewal. Prevents hair loss and dandruff.

Dosage:

For massage: 5-7 drops per 10 ml of vegetable oil (for arthritis, rheumatism, stress).
For internal use: 2-3 drops per 1 teaspoon of oil 3 times a day (strengthens the heart, lowers cholesterol).
In an aroma burner: 3-4 drops (relieves headaches, mental fatigue, improves memory).
For baths: 8-10 drops (taken 2-3 hours before bedtime) or 7-10 drops mixed with 10 ml of milk and added to the bath (for stress, cellulite).
For applications: 7-8 drops.
For compresses: 5-7 drops per liter of warm water (for burns and local inflammation).
To enrich cosmetics: 2-3 drops per 5 g of base.

Application in cosmetology:

And, of course, rosemary aromatic oil is actively used in cosmetology. With its help, the increased secretion of oily skin is reduced, it helps to reduce enlarged pores and even out the skin relief. This herbal remedy restores the elasticity of the top layer of the skin (epidermis) and softens its rougher areas. It is also used to get rid of scars and scars as soon as possible, it is indicated for furunculosis and acne.

In addition, it has a pronounced anti-cellulite effect.

And if you want to quickly and efficiently tan, then take rosemary oil inside (1 drop of oil per glass of liquid).

For hair:

Rosemary essential oil is also known for its beneficial effects on the hair and scalp. It not only eliminates dandruff and stimulates hair growth, but also stops hair loss, and also tones the scalp, which becomes healthier.

To strengthen oily or normal hair, use the following hair mask recipe:

As a basis, you need to take 10 ml of jojoba oil and 20 ml of grape seed oil. Pour 2 drops of rosemary oil, 2 drops of calamus oil and 1 drop of birch and bay oils into the base. The resulting product should be rubbed into the hair roots and covering the head with a plastic cap, leave for 60 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

To strengthen dry and brittle hair, you need to take 10 ml of the following oils of avocado, jojoba, macadamia as a basis. Then add 2 drops of rosemary, ylang-ylang, calamus oil and 1 drop of chamomile, birch and bay oils. Then proceed as in the previous recipe.

If you prefer to mix essential oils with your shampoo, then the following recipe will work for women with dark hair. Here, as a basis, you need to take 100 ml of shampoo for your hair type and add 6 drops of rosemary and kokote tailed oils, and 4 drops of lemon and wild carrot oils to it. Mix everything thoroughly and the healing shampoo is ready.

To strengthen weakened hair, make this mask with rosemary: mix with a little salt 1 drop each of rosemary, basil, black pepper, 2 drops of ylang-ylang oil and 2 egg yolks. This mask should be applied to the hair and washed off after 30 minutes. You can, without applying a mask, simply wash your hair with this mixture instead of shampoo.

If you are new to the use of essential oils, then start by putting a drop of rosemary oil on your wooden comb and simply comb your hair, this will not only contribute to clarity of thought and good mood, but also strengthen the hair.

Try it, perhaps the spicy bitterness of rosemary is exactly what you need.

For face:

The use of this herbal remedy is great for oily and impure skin prone to acne and comedones. It helps to reduce excess sebum secretion, promotes narrowing of pores, and prevents further formation of acne and black spots on the face.

Also, due to its antiseptic, bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties, rosemary oil is able to cleanse the skin of existing rashes, and in particular, have a healing effect on skin diseases such as eczema, dermatitis, boils, and other pyoinflammatory rashes on the skin.

In addition, rosemary oil has the ability to even out the skin, and dissolve all the various scars and scars, which allows it to be successfully used to eliminate roughness and spots after acne.

For acne:

It is widely recommended in the treatment of acne. This is one of the few cases when the product can be used in its pure form, applying dotted strokes directly to the affected areas. But in combination with base oil, it will have no less effect. For example, combine a tablespoon of black cumin oil with two drops of rosemary oil. Its healing properties kill germs, relieving inflammation and speeding up wound healing.

The evergreen spicy plant, resembling spruce twigs in appearance, is translated from Latin (ros marinus) as "sea dew", and in fact this herb smells of freshness. In folk medicine and cosmetology, rosemary oil is highly valued, enriched with useful substances, vitamins, esters, trace elements that are contained in this plant.

Even our ancestors wrote about rosemary as a valuable medicinal herb that can work real miracles in the treatment of diseases, the grass was also used as a talisman, hanging it in houses.

Etherol is obtained from rosemary twigs by standard steam distillation. The flowers of the plant are also used as raw materials. This oil has the richest composition. In appearance, it is a yellowish or even colorless liquid, which has a pronounced pleasant fresh, slightly bitter herbaceous aroma of rosemary.

What are the benefits of rosemary essential oil?

camphor;
myrcene;
limonene;
camphene;
linalyl acetate;
B-pinenes;
verbenone;
bornyl acetate;
threonine;
phytosterols;
lysine;
tryptophan;
potassium;
calcium;
copper;
zinc;
iron;
selenium;
phosphorus;
sodium;
potassium;
vitamins A, E, C, K, B, PP.

Not every garden spice can boast of such a set of important and valuable elements for the human body. Not surprisingly, rosemary oil is one of the most sought after and popular.

Medicinal properties

Rosemary essential oil is a truly unique herb and can affect a wide variety of areas of our health. Let us consider in detail what spectrum of action this plant has.

Essential oil of rosemary in cosmetology

Relieves inflammation, reduces acne.
Narrows pores.
Regulates sebaceous glands.
Stimulates the production of elastin.
Prevents the formation of wrinkles.
Has bleaching properties.
Reduces the formation of cellulite.
Tones the skin, strengthens turgor.
As part of hair masks, it accelerates their growth, strengthens the roots, makes curls elastic, silky, elastic.

The use of rosemary oil in dermatology

Has antiseptic properties.
Promotes healing of wounds, abrasions.
Relieves itching and redness on the skin.
Helps with fungal infections of the dermis, nails.
Eliminates dandruff.
Reduces allergic reactions to insect stings.

Rosemary oil in general therapy

Rosemary oil is a great antispasmodic. It relieves spasms of any nature: intestinal, vascular, muscle.
Helps with gastritis, colitis, reduces flatulence, bloating, promotes healing of ulcers.
Improves appetite and digestion.
Reduces cholesterol in the blood, dissolves cholesterol plaques.
Helps dissolve kidney stones, improves their functioning.
Relieves inflammation in cystitis, urethritis.
Improves the functioning of the gallbladder, stimulates the liver.
Improves blood circulation and vascular function.
Helps with a runny nose, sore throat, bronchitis and pneumonia.
Raises blood pressure.
In women, it reduces the symptoms of PMS.

Rosemary oil in the bioenergetic and emotional sphere

Relieves mental and physical stress.
Eliminates headache, is a good prophylactic against migraine.
Improves memory and brain activity, concentration.
Increases the level of energy and vitality.
Removes from a state of apathy, improves mood.
Reduces symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia.
Increases libido.
Normalizes sleep.
Promotes the development of intuition, awakens sensitivity.
The aroma of the oil helps to tune in to the right wave.

In external use as lotions, compresses, rubbing

Reduces pain from bruises.
Dissolves bruises.
Eliminates joint pain in arthritis, gout.
Reduces pain manifestations of osteochondrosis.
Reduces neuralgic pain.
Eliminates muscle spasms.

Contraindications

There is no doubt that rosemary oil, whose composition is so rich, is simply a storehouse of health from nature. But despite all the positive properties, the remedy has contraindications.

The oil should not be taken orally by pregnant women, but should be taken externally very carefully.
Rosemary etherol is not recommended for patients with epilepsy and those suffering from convulsive syndrome.
The product is able to increase blood pressure, so hypertensive patients should observe small dosages during treatment.

Any essential oil is a concentrated remedy that can cause severe allergic reactions. Before use, a sensitivity test must be done.

Children under 7 years old rosemary ether is contraindicated.

Finally

Nature has given us everything we need so that we can use these gifts to maintain and preserve our emotional and physical health. But do not forget that any tool must be used "wisely." It is not recommended to use rosemary oil, especially orally, for the treatment of serious diseases without consulting a doctor. Much depends on the quality of the product, try to buy essential oils only in reliable places from trusted manufacturers.

All esters are endowed with healing properties, rosemary oil is not included in the list of exceptions. It is in demand due to its bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating qualities. Therefore, many representatives of the weaker sex are happy to use ether in home cosmetology. It is valuable for the face, because it improves the condition of the epidermis and enriches the skin with all the necessary elements. However, in order not to be unfounded, we will study all the subtleties in order.

Benefits of rosemary ester

The main value of the discussed product lies in its ability to relieve pain. Rosemary ether acts as a powerful analgesic, therefore it is used for skin soreness.
Another advantage is the antiseptic effect. Due to which wounds, acne, microcracks are disinfected (appear as a result of exposure to frost and sun on the skin).
It is famous for its ability to tone the skin and prolong youth, tighten the oval of the face, form the jaw line, highlight the cheekbones. All this is made possible by increasing the production of collagen.
Most often, rosemary ether is recommended for use by those who are tired of dealing with problematic rashes, oily sheen, and enlarged pores. In all these cases, the oil normalizes greasiness, over time, the skin becomes a normal type.
Benefits can be achieved if the composition is used regularly. Ether not only disinfects the skin, but also smoothes scars, eliminates dark marks and hyperpigmentation of the skin. The composition cleanses the dermis of toxins that exit through the pores.
In addition to the obvious positive effect on the epidermis, the product has found application in hair care. Various masks allow you to get rid of dandruff, seborrhea, severe hair loss and other complex problems in a short time.

How Rosemary Essence Is Used

There are several ways to use it, it all depends on what effect you need to achieve. You can add ether to the bath, use it in medallions, incense burners. The composition is used for massage and rubbing, as well as compresses. They enrich ready-made products for skin, hair, nails.
The composition is extremely successfully used in folk medicine, the ether is recognized as effective in traditional medicine. It is prescribed as an auxiliary medicine for constipation, stomach problems (heaviness, indigestion). Raw materials are effective for colitis, gastroenteritis, flatulence.
Ether is often used for inhalation and the treatment of ailments associated with the respiratory tract. Due to the ability to anesthetize, the oil treats arthritis, rheumatism, osteochondrosis, muscle spasms.
Rosemary ether has found application in the treatment and prevention of diseases associated with the heart muscle and circulatory system. The oil strengthens the walls of blood vessels, frees channels from cholesterol accumulations, enhances blood circulation. It is useful to use the product for varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
As for the antiseptic and anti-inflammatory qualities, the composition is used to treat burns, boils, hematomas, suppuration. Any problems of a dermatological nature can be cured or prevented with this ether.
In folk medicine, this composition is partly famous for its choleretic qualities. It is also used to remove excess water to relieve swelling. The composition is effective for neurosis, sleep problems, depression, and other disorders of the psycho-emotional environment.
New moms turn to rosemary ester to boost lactation, improve milk quality, and make it richer. The oil is also used for relaxation, relieving pain in the neck, lower back and back.

Rosemary Contraindications

The composition is not used in the presence of an allergy to grass or the ether itself. To test the reaction of the skin, a portion of the product is applied to the wrist.
If there is intolerance to the aroma of rosemary itself, the procedure should also be abandoned. Otherwise, you can damage the psyche.
Categories of persons with chronic hypertension should be especially careful. Ether helps to increase blood pressure.
Experts advise new nursing mothers and pregnant women to stop using rosemary ether.

Suitable for use by everyone without exception. Owners of dry, oily, combination normal and sensitive skin. It is worth being careful not to overexpose the masks.

Rosemary oil for oily skin

The mask should be applied regularly to cope with the increased production of subcutaneous fat. Active particles effectively eliminate the defects of the problematic epidermis. Soon you will notice an improvement in complexion, narrowed pores. The pH balance is restored.
Pour into a cup 12 gr. white and 5 gr. black clay. Gradually add 15 drops of rosemary oil and 6 drops of macadamia to the ingredients. Get a homogeneous mass from the composition. Cleanse the skin of the face in advance and distribute the mask. After 15, wash with herbal decoction.

Rosemary oil for wrinkles

To smooth the skin and fully saturate the tissues, you should regularly use cosmetic masks with rosemary. Thus, it will be possible to eliminate flabbiness of the skin, fine wrinkles will disappear and the pores will narrow. Visibly improves complexion.
It is easy to prepare such a mask, just pour 15 gr. kelp in a glass with green tea. Wait a while until the composition swells. Next, enter into the liquid 7 gr. cocoa powder 5. gr. coconut oil and 8 drops of rosemary ether.
Don't forget to remove your makeup before applying your anti-aging product. Spread the mask in a dense layer over the face and wait about half an hour. It is recommended to wash off the composition with micellar or mineral water without gas.

Rosemary oil for dry skin

For full toning and nutrition of the skin, regular cosmetic procedures are necessary. Tissues must receive minerals and organic acids. The systematic use of the product will restore the skin to its former elasticity.
Wash a medium sized cucumber and take half. Remove the skin and pass through a blender. Pour 8 gr. to the finished gruel. starch, enter 15 ml. cream and 6 drops of rosemary ether. Before applying the mask, you need to steam your face with a decoction of herbs.
After the procedure, apply a thick layer of the finished mask. Go around the lips and skin around the eyes. Rest for 40 minutes. It is advisable to wash off the mass with a decoction based on plantain. Apply a nourishing cream to your face.

Rosemary oil for acne

In the fight against black dots and frequent inflammatory processes on the face, you should use home remedies. Systematic procedures will significantly improve the condition of the skin. In the future, problems with a rash on the skin will not arise.
Pass through a coffee grinder 15 gr. rice to make flour. Enter into the powder 8 drops of ether and a pinch of cinnamon. Mix it up. Steam your face in advance in any way possible. Massaging, apply the mask for 20 minutes. Wash your face with citrus juice.

Rosemary oil for rosacea

A mask with rosemary ether will help to cope with white spots and redness (rosacea). Face care with such a problem should be regular. Natural ingredients will fully strengthen the blood vessels and eliminate the appearance of venous networks.
Powder the ascorutin tablet in any way possible. Connect it with 7 gr. pink clay, 18 drops of almond oil and 7 drops of rosemary ether. Apply to the skin with massaging movements. Wash your face with tea leaves after 10 minutes.

Rosemary oil is very popular in cosmetology. Ether is used not only for skin care, but also for hair. The oil has a number of healing qualities that allow you to push back the aging process. Systematically apply masks to always look your best. The recipes are quite simple, and the cooking process is within the power of everyone.

Video: rosemary essential oil

Rosemary has a fresh herbaceous aroma, with a slight camphorous note, and has been used for cosmetic and therapeutic purposes since antiquity. Its healing properties are so strong that even Paracelsus highly appreciated this ether. Paracelsus claimed that it was able to strengthen the entire body.

And it seems he was right: it is truly a versatile oil, successfully used to treat both the body and the spirit.

Using rosemary essential oil for the mind and soul

1. Stress management
To reduce stress levels, often just a few drops of rosemary essential oil added to an aroma lamp are enough. A 2007 study showed a dramatic decrease in the stress hormone (cortisol) in the blood and saliva of study subjects when rosemary essential oil was inhaled.
Note that an excess of cortisol in the blood accelerates oxidative processes, leading to tissue aging and weakening of the immune system, weight gain, increased blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Thus, by reducing stress, rosemary essential oil helps you get rid of many serious problems, or reduce the impact of many destructive factors.

2. Decreased anxiety levels
In 2009, studies were conducted that showed that sachets infused with lavender and rosemary esters can help to cope with anxiety and anxiety.
Students who participated in clinical studies as test subjects during exams inhaled the scents of lavender and rosemary and noted a significant reduction in anxiety levels. The researchers noted lower heart rates in students who inhaled rosemary and lavender compared to those who did not. Students also noted subjectively greater relaxation and concentration of the mind.

3. Mental focus and clarity of mind
If you're multitasking and your mind is overwhelmed, the soothing aroma of rosemary essential oil will help you get rid of indecision, help you gain focus and focus on important points.
To do this, just add a few drops of rosemary to the aroma lamp, diffuser or aroma stone. In addition to focusing attention and feeling the clarity of mind, you will also relieve excessive tension.

4. Memory improvement
A little rosemary essential oil can help you relax better on the eve of a tough day (such as an important exam). In addition to reducing stress and anxiety levels, rosemary has a beneficial effect on memory. Know a great way to easily prepare for a tough exam? Inhale rosemary ether while studying any material at home and be sure to take a bottle of rosemary with you to the exam itself. The aroma of rosemary will help you easily remember all the necessary information.
In 2003, researchers found improvements in performance, memory quality, and secondary memory determinants in adults exposed to rosemary scent. There was also an increase in concentration and attention.
A 2012 study confirmed these results: the aroma of rosemary can improve the speed and accuracy of thought processes during certain mental tasks.
Not only healthy people can benefit from this: for example, patients with Alzheimer's disease were treated during a month of clinical trials with essential oils of rosemary, lemon, lavender and several citrus esters. There was an improvement in cognitive function in all participants.

Uses of rosemary essential oil for physical health

5. Improve blood circulation

Rosemary essential oil is the easiest way to improve blood circulation in the body. If you suffer from muscle cramps, cold hands and feet, or muscle pain, a massage using rosemary essential oil added to a carrier oil can help. But you need to do such a massage on a regular basis.

6. Headache treatment
Some types of migraine are effectively relieved by the use of rosemary. Make a mixture of 10 drops. of rosemary essential oil and 5 ml of base, apply to the temples or that part of the head that is experiencing severe pain. In addition, it is useful to breathe in the aroma for a minute or two (for example, using an inhaler).

7. Strengthening immunity
Rosemary is able to strengthen the immune system, especially during those periods of the year when the human body is weakened. Particularly effective in this regard is the massage of areas where the lymph nodes are concentrated.
The lymphatic system allows the body to get rid of waste. By acting on the lymph nodes, you can activate a sluggish detoxification system.
Dilute a few drops of rosemary in a carrier oil (2 drops of rosemary oil per 5 ml of carrier oil) and gently massage into areas where lymph nodes are concentrated (such as the armpit and groin).
Even relaxing in a rosemary bath can help restore immunity by reducing stress levels, which is also an important factor in a depressed immune system. To take such a bath, dissolve 7-8 drops of rosemary oil in a tablespoon of solubilizer, and then add the mixture to warm water.
8. Getting rid of muscle and joint pain
In Germany, rosemary essential oil is officially considered a remedy for muscle pain and arthritis. And there are good reasons for that.
If you experience joint or muscle pain, massage them with rosemary ester massage oil. Thanks to the analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of rosemary, you will experience immediate pain relief. A very effective rosemary massage oil can be made by yourself: mix 25 ml of almond oil with 5 ml of arnica macerate, then add 20 drops of rosemary ether.

9. Dyspepsia and digestive problems
External use of rosemary essential oil also helps to get rid of the symptoms of indigestion. If you suffer from flatulence, cramps and pain in the stomach area, gently massage the stomach with a mixture of rosemary essential oil and base oil (2 drops of rosemary oil per 5 ml of base oil). Bath with rosemary will help to achieve the same result. Some aromatherapists claim that even a foot massage with rosemary essential oil can help relieve symptoms of indigestion!
These remedies are much gentler and more gentle than the use of laxatives and pharmaceuticals, and have no side effects.

10. Cough, cold, flu
Rosemary will help get rid of the symptoms of acute respiratory infections: nasal congestion, cough, excess mucus in the bronchi. To do this, apply a massage with rosemary essential oil (2 drops of rosemary oil per 5 ml of base oil): the chest and throat are massaged, the massage is repeated every few hours. With sinusitis, inhalations with rosemary are excellent: add 2-3 drops of rosemary oil to an inhaler or a cup of hot water and breathe over the steam for several minutes.
In addition, rosemary has antiseptic properties and will help get rid of infections in the respiratory tract.

Attention! Rosemary essential oil can cause an increase in blood pressure. Be careful with a tendency to frequent convulsions. Not recommended for use during pregnancy and children under 7 years of age.