Saturday 31 March 2012

Rosemary Oil


Source: Flowering tops of the Rosemary plant by steam distillation

Properties: Analgesic, astringent

Benefits: Increases cellular metabolism; stimulates hair growth; eases congestion, puffiness and swelling of the skin; treatment of acne and eczema; increases blood circulation; promotes strong hair; prevents hair loss and graying; relieves dry and flaky scalp and skin; removes dandruff; tones the skin; darkens hair over time; smooths out wrinkles; eliminates fine lines

Uses: Massage oil; bath oil; in creams, lotions and shampoos

Best combined with: Cedar wood; lavender; lemon grass; peppermint; tea tree; jojoba