I understand for my studies that whatever we put on our skin
gets absorbed into our body. That is one of the reasons I love using natural
and essential oils on my skin. Especially essential oils with their therapeutic
benefits. One essential oil that I absolutely love is rosemary oil. Rosemary
oil is a floral scented oil that I use a lot for various reasons. Rosemary oil
is good to the skin, hair, body and mind.
I suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) which is
horrible and can be worse depending on what I eat and how I manage my stress. One
symptom of IBS is really bad stomach cramps; rosemary is a good aid for that. There
are various ways to use rosemary to IBS, including using it as an herb in your
food or as a massage oil on your abdomen. Not only does it help with stomach
cramps but it also helps with gas, it detoxifies the liver, helps with
gallbladder function, and stimulates blood flow and improves circulation which
helps the body absorb nutrients better.
Rosemary and rosemary oil has anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial
and antiseptic properties that are very beneficial for insect bites and minor
cuts and burn. This is one of the oils I use a lot for my daughter who suffers
from eczema. It’s also great astringent making it work well for acne, stretch
marks, cellulite, scars, spots. Rosemary oily is great for oily skin because it
helps to regulate oil production. I know this from personal experience. A few
years ago I was deal with terrible adult acne my face was always oily and I would
have a lot of pimples. After trying various store bought acne treatments I came
up with my own. I mix rosemary oil with another essential oils and witch hazel
as part of Heavenly Blessings facial set and my skin is better than it was when
I was in my 20’s.
Regular use of rosemary oil can help tone the
skin, prevent skin damage, give support to the structure of the skin, and
eliminate dryness.Rosemary oil and rosemary waters and teas are used a lot for
hair care in shampoos and lotions. Regular use of rosemary oil in the hair helps
stimulate follicles, making hair grow longer and stronger. It is also believed
that rosemary oil slows down hair loss and with it darkening properties graying
of the hair. Using rosemary on your hair also helps with dandruff and itchy
scalp, it can also replenish nutrients and fight infections in the scalp that may
be causing hair loss. Mixing rosemary oil with tea tree oil and basil oil gives
even better results when it comes to dandruff. Works great with olive oil as a
hot oil treatment for healthier hair and scalp.
There a plenty of other uses for rosemary and rosemary oil. Rosemary oil is a disinfectant and is often used as a mouth wash to help eliminate bad breath, remove oral bacteria, it is said to prevent gingivitis, cavities, plaque build-up, and other damaging dental conditions. Rosemary essential oil is a great support for the brain and nerves. It increases concentration and helps in effective studying. It stimulates mental activity and is a good remedy for depression, mental fatigue and forgetfulness.
Great as an aromatherapy so inhaling rosemary oil can lift your spirits immediately. Whenever your brain is tired, try inhaling a little rosemary oil to remove boredom and renew your mental energy. Inhaling or massaging rosemary oil on you neck and head can help with headaches. Not only does rosemary oil help with headaches but also muscle pains, rheumatism and even arthritis. Massaging the affected area that is in pain with rosemary oil can give quickly relieve the pain. Vapor baths with rosemary oil are also found to be effective in the treatment of rheumatism. It has certain anti-inflammatory qualities as well, which makes it very good for relieving the pain from sprains and joint aches. I have arthritis in my hips and back and my favorite treatment is a back with the tub fill with rosemary infused Epsom salt. Not only does it help with my pain I and also more focused mentally. I am usually able to concentrate and get more work done after a soak in rosemary oil
Inhaling rosemary oil has been proven to actually decrease the level of cortisol which is one of the main stress hormones that are released during the “flight or fight” response of the body to stress. Too much cortisol in the blood can cause problems in the body, including its hormonal balance and metabolic issues. Inhaling rosemary and lavender oil together for five minutes can significantly reduce cortisol levels. Rosemary oil is a great natural decongestant, when inhaled, it can clear the respiratory tract. It works even better as a decongestant when mixed with eucalyptus and lavender oil.
Rosemary oil can also give you immune system a boost, antioxidants are important defenses the body has fighting off infection and disease. Rosemary oil has an antioxidant called carnosol which is said to not only have anti-inflammatory properties but also anti-cancer properties. The same study which found that cortisol levels decreased after simultaneous massage and inhalation of rosemary essential oil also found that the free radical activity in the test subjects’ bodies also increased significantly. This shows that regular use or inhalation of rosemary essential oil in aromatherapy sessions or in other ways can increase the strength of the immune system and help combat all of the diseases associated with free radicals, including cancer and heart disease.
Please remember I am not a doctor and with everything there is a potential for allergy and interactions please do not use during pregnancy and nursing. If you are epileptic or have hypertensive. Always dilute and never take the essential oil internally.
Sources
Livestrong.com
Draxe.com
Naturallivingideas.com
Organicfacts.net
