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Neekoo Rosemary Essential Oil Rosemary or Rosmarinus officinalis has a Powerfully fresh and woodsy aroma that somewhat tends towards camphor. Rosemary has a long history of culinary and medicinal use. Rosemary has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. In the days before refrigeration. Rosemary can be rubbed into fresh meat to prevent spoilage. Rosemary's fragrant essential oil contains cineole, camphor and camphene, which give the oil its medicinal eucalyptus-like aroma. Pinene and small amounts of bornyl acetate, borneol and linalool produce the woodsy, sweet undertone of the oil. Rosemary can be used to scent colognes and aftershaves, soaps, detergents and disinfectants. Rosemary's briskly energizing aroma is great for nervous exhaustion and fatigue. Rosemary is so powerfully energizing that it is not recommended for use by people with epilepsy or high blood pressure. Rosemary oil acts as an astringent and will help regulate or decrease oily secretions of the hair folicles. For this reason rosemary hair care preparations are often used by people with greasy hair and dandruff. Energizing Rosemary Hair Oil To 3 ounces of a good virgin olive oil add: * 5 drops rosemary * 5 drops lavender * 2 drops sandalwood Gently massage a few drops of this mixture into the scalp and throughout the hair. This will impart a fragrant, moisturizing sheen. Refreshing Eau de Cologne Mist To 8 ounces of distilled water add: * 12 drops bergamot orange * 12 drops lemon * 6 drops rosemary * 5 drops lavender * 5 drops petitgrain Pour this mixture into a bottle with a spray atomizer attachment. Shake the bottle vigorously and mist over exposed skin. |
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