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Rosemary Essential Oil (Chemotype Cineole) — Rosmarinus officinalis / Salvia Rosmarinus

Product Details

Property Information
INCI Name Rosemary officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, chemotype Cineole
CAS Number 8000-25-7
Extraction Method Steam Distilled Essential Oil
Parts Used Leaves & Flowering Tops
Origin Spain
Common Names Rosemary, Salvia Rosmarinus
Appearance Colourless to pale yellow liquid
Odour Note Intense, fresh pine/eucalyptus, herbal aroma (middle note)
Quality 100% pure, natural, and organic, whole essential oil
Main Components Alpha-pinene, 1,8 cineole (eucalyptol), camphor, beta-pinene
Storage Cool, dry place; away from sunlight, tightly closed, out of reach of children/pets
Solubility Soluble in carrier oils & high-proof alcohols; insoluble in water


Key Features & Background

Rosemary Cineole is prized for stimulating, expectorant, and decongestant effects—intensely herbal, camphorous, and piney.

Chemotypes: Rosemary Cineole (high in 1,8-cineole/eucalyptol) is ideal for mental clarity, respiratory support, and energizing blends; Rosemary Verbenone (not this chemotype) is softer, more regenerative, and better for skin healing.


Properties & Benefits

Mental Clarity & Focus: Stimulates, refreshes, and supports memory/focus—great for study, work, or when feeling mentally sluggish.

Respiratory Support: Expectorant and antimicrobial—helps decongest, eases coughs/sinus issues, and supports easy breathing.

Stress Relief & Relaxation: Uplifts and calms nervous tension; helpful in fatigue and low mood.

Pain Relief: Analgesic and anti-inflammatory—beneficial for muscle/joint pain relief in massage.

Hair Growth/Scalp Health: Stimulates growth, soothes scalp, helps with dandruff; antimicrobial action supports a healthy scalp.

Immune Support: Antioxidant, detoxifying, and boosts body resilience—diffuse for protection during cold/flu season.

Skin Care: Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory—ideal for acne, eczema, and skin irritations; supports healing and clarity.

Never apply undiluted; always use with carrier oils for topical use or in a diffuser.


Usage Guidelines

Effectiveness Key:
+++ Fantastic | ++ Acceptable | + Tolerable | -- Don't use

Massages & Body Care

Application Drops per 10ml Carrier/Base Conc. Suitability
Body massage 1–6 0.5–2% +++
Face care 1–3 0.5–1% ++
Body care 2–6 1–2% +++
Hair/scalp care Add a few drops to shampoo/conditioner; combine with carrier oils for scalp massage +++

Diffusion

In aromatherapy diffuser (follow manufacturer's instructions):

For mental clarity, respiratory support, or mood-lifting ambiance.

Study Blend: Rosemary + Peppermint + Lemon + Sweet Orange.

Fresh Air/Energizing Blend: See recipe links in provided text.

Other Applications

Pain relief: Blend with carrier for muscle/joint massage.

Skin care: Diluted for acne, eczema, and skin healing.

Immune boost: Diffuse regularly in home for antioxidant protection.

Perfumery: Herbal, camphorous middle note; energizing, fresh.


Safety & Precautions

Do not use undiluted—may cause skin irritation.

For adults and teenagers only.

Cortison-like activity: Use with care; avoid prolonged heavy use.

Not recommended during the first 3 months of pregnancy/breastfeeding.

Not for use on children or pets.

Store away from direct sunlight, children, and pets.

Perform a skin patch test before first use.

Seek medical advice if you have epilepsy, blood pressure issues, or are on chronic medication.

If irritation or allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately.

For full usage guidelines:

Instructions of use: Essential Oils

Safety Precautions


Blending Suggestions

Rosemary Cineole pairs well with:

Geranium

Amyris

Lavender

Cypress

Ravintsara

Peppermint

Eucalyptus

Tea Tree

Niaouli

Thyme, Bergamot, Neroli, Patchouli


 Rosemary Cineole Essential Oil is an invigorating, multi-purpose oil for mental clarity, respiratory wellness, pain relief, and healthy hair/skin—bringing herbal vibrance wherever used, but always with proper dilution and mindful safety.