Rosa damascena has its origins in the Middle East or Central Asia.
Diffuse or apply directly in diluted form.
Rose oil is used in fighting depression as it has the ability to increase confidence and self-worth. It is known to reduce fever and inflammation by calming the body. It is antispasmodic, helping with convulsions and muscle spasms and is antiviral, shielding against various viruses.
The oil of the rose flower acts as an aphrodisiac arousing romantic feelings and reducing sexual difficulties and disinterest. Rose oil helps regulate menstruation and eases cramping and fatigue associated with PMS. It speeds up clogging and coagulation of the blood, helping with hemorrhaging as well as stopping bleeding from cuts and wounds.
Rose essential oil is an effective laxative with no negative side effects. It is also beneficial to the digestive system through the promotion of the flow of bile and regulation of stomach acids.
"Rose" comes from the Greek word for red, which is believed to have been the color of the ancient rose. A 10th century Persian physician, Anicenna, distilled the rose and a rose distillery was present in Persia in the 1600s.
It has been used throughout the ages as a symbol of love and romance as its beauty and fragrance evoking pleasant emotions and a sense of well being.
Not for internal use. If used in high concentrations, it can cause headaches. It should not be used while pregnant.
Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary Essential Oil is known to stimulate hair growth when applied to the scalp, can prevent baldness, slow graying, and can treat dandruff and dry scalp. It is used to alleviate gastrointestinal complaints, to detoxify the liver and improve gallbladder function. Combined with lavender oil in aromatherapy, it reduces cortisol levels, protecting the body from oxidative stress. It is said to restore mental alertness, aid in digestion, and relieve muscle aches and pains.
Rosemary Essential Oil has a high antioxidant value making it a powerful agent to fight free radicals. The natural chemical in rosemary that is responsible for this is carnosol, which is known for its anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. According to researchers, “It has a selective toxicity towards cancer cells ….” In other words, carnosol acts to only destroy cancer cells and doesn’t damage neighboring cells like chemotherapy, which kills everything in the targeted area.
The memory enhancement ability of Rosemary Essential Oil has been known for thousands of years; it helps people become more alert and is being studied as a treatment and preventative of Alzheimer’s disease. Its stimulating effects provide energy to start the day or keep going late into the night.
Originating from the Mediterranean region, Rosemary has been used in medicinal preparations since ancient times. It was regarded as a sacred plant in many cultures. Ancient Greek scholars wore a wreath of rosemary around their heads during exams to impart clarity and enhance memory. The ancient Egyptians would honor loved ones by leaving a sprig of rosemary on their coffins.
Rosemary Essential Oil is safe for most people when used as a medicine when taken by mouth, applied to the skin, or inhaled as aromatherapy. However, in some individuals, the undiluted oil can be unsafe to take by mouth. Taking large amounts of rosemary can cause vomiting, uterine bleeding, kidney irritation, increased sun sensitivity, skin redness, and allergic reactions.
Rosemary might stimulate menstruation or affect the uterus, causing a miscarriage. Not enough is known about the safety of applying rosemary to the skin during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, it’s best to avoid rosemary essential oil. If you are breast-feeding, also avoid rosemary in medicinal amounts as not enough is known about the effects on the nursing infant.
Rosemary contains a chemical that is very similar to aspirin. This chemical, known as salicylate, may cause a reaction in people who are allergic to aspirin.
Rosemary might increase the risk of bleeding and bruising in people with bleeding disorders.
Rosemary might make seizure disorders worse. Don’t use it.
Aniba rosaeodora
Rosewood blends well with the essential oils of Orange, Bergamot, Neroli, Lime, Lemon, Grapefruit, Lavender, Jasmine and Rose.
Rosewood Essential Oil is known for its ability to take away depression, sadness and disappointment and leave you smiling within minutes. It can keep your brain active, sharp and alert and will also improve your memory and help protect you from neurotic disorders. Rosewood can act as an aphrodisiac, being beneficial to those who have lost interest in sex due to a heavy workload, professional stress, and worries.
The sweet smell of this oil can serve as an ideal natural deodorant, and also keep you safe from bacterial infections. It will not only protect from infections, but will also help heal them. It is a mild analgesic and can provide relief from a slight headache, toothache and muscle and joint pain, especially those resulting from colds, influenza, mumps, measles, etc.
Rosewood Essential Oil stimulates the secretion of hormones, enzymes, acids and bile, circulation, digestion and other essential functions of the body. It rejuvenates the skin and keeps it looking healthy and young. It can be useful in the treatment of nausea, vomiting, cough and cold, stress, wrinkles, skin diseases, and acne. Its insecticidal properties and can kill small insects like mosquitoes, lice, bed bugs, fleas and ants. If rubbed on the skin, it keeps away mosquitoes as well.
A native of Brazil, the Rosewood tree (Aniba rosaeodora) is was widely cultivated crop throughout the Amazon region. Huge demands during the 1900s by perfume manufacturers led to the severe deforestation of rosewood trees. International recognition of the scarcity of rosewoods, as well as the introduction of synthetic linalool (a chemical of rosewood oil that contributes to its scent), has greatly reduced the demand for natural rosewood oil over the past few decades.
Rosewood oil is a non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing oil, and is generally regarded as safe. However, it is considered as best to avoid its application during pregnancy. It can also irritate individuals having sensitive skin.
Santalum Album (Indian Sandalwood)
Indian Sandalwood is of the highest quality. Australia and Hawaii also produce Sandalwood Essential Oil, but it is not considered to be of the same quality and purity as the Indian variety. Indian sandalwood is almost extinct due unsustainable farming practices. Australian sandalwood is improving and can be considered as an alternative.
Sandalwood Essential Oil does not have to be diluted for topical application, for inhalation, or for ingestion.
Can be blended with Bergamot, Black Pepper, Geranium, Lavender, Myrrh, Rose, Vetiver and Ylang-Ylang for aromatherapy uses.
Sandalwood Essential Oil promotes cognitive clarity, mental awareness, and improves memory and concentration when used as incense or fragrance. It creates a feeling of relaxation and peace when inhaled or rubbed on the skin. Sandalwood can increase one’s libido particularly for men.
As an astringent it can soothe, tighten, and cleanse the skin, as well as strengthen gums and muscles. It has also been used to treat urinary tract and chest infections, and coughs. If you have a sore throat, you can put a few drops of sandalwood oil in a cup of water and gargle with it. It can also be safely taken with milk to cure internal infections, such as those of the throat, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and excretory tracts.
Sandalwood Essential Oil can be applied to the skin to reduce inflammation and acts as an antiseptic for mild skin irritations such as superficial wounds, pimples, warts, or boils. It relieves all types of inflammation in the brain, digestive, nervous, circulatory, and excretory systems. It is is especially beneficial in cases of nervous and circulatory inflammations.
Sandalwood reduces blood pressure in people with hypertension and lowers bad cholesterol. It heals scars, aids in weight loss, fights aging, boosts immunity, and can be used as a deodorant. Its fragrance keeps away microbes and small insects.
As a relaxant and sedative, Sandalwood works against spasms and contractions by relaxing nerves, muscles and blood vessels. Thus, it effectively treats cramps, aches, and coughs. It also induces relaxation in the intestines and abdominal muscles, thereby helping with the removal of gases and prevents bloating.
Sandalwood Essential Oil can be given as health tonic for growing children. It is soothing on the stomach, and on the digestive, circulatory and nervous systems.
For centuries, sandalwood oil has been a part of the religious traditions in India and other Eastern countries. The sandalwood tree itself is considered holy and used for various religious rituals, from the birth of an individual until their death. In every step, sandalwood is required. It is used in decorating babies on their birthdays and to decorate brides and bridegrooms on their wedding day, and is used in the embalming process at one’s death. In India, it is also burnt with the pyre when cremating the dead.
No risks have been associated with sandalwood essential oil, except that it should be mixed with some type of carrier oil for applications on bare skin to test its strength before using it full strength.
Mentha spicata Basil, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary and Jasmine essential oils blend well with the Essential Oil of Spearmint.
The presence Menthol, Myrcene and Caryophyllene in Spearmint Essential Oil is the reason it works so well as an antiseptic for wounds and ulcers, helping them to heal faster and protecting them from getting infected. It is a restorative and helps to repair any damage done to the body and aids in the recovery from injuries and wounds. It also helps people to regain strength after long bouts of illness.
The menthol content of Spearmint Essential Oil has a relaxing and cooling effect on the nerves and muscles, helping to relax contractions of spasmodic coughs, aches in the abdomen and intestines, muscle strains or cramps, nervous convulsions, and even spasmodic cholera. These relaxing attributes that induce relaxation in the intestines and abdominal muscles, help to release the gases formed in stomach and intestines. In turn, this provides relief from uneasiness, restlessness, insomnia, headaches, stomachaches, indigestion, loss of appetite, chest pain, vomiting, cramps and other related complaints. The relaxing and cooling effect on the brain helps concentration.
Spearmint Essential Oil is antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral making it a disinfectant. It can help get rid of both internal and external infections. In ancient Greece, it was used to treat Scabies, Dermatitis, Athlete’s Foot, Syphilis, Gonorrhea and other infectious diseases. It can help treat asthma, congestion, can relieve fevers, excess flatulence, constipation, sinusitis, acne, gum and teeth problems, migraines, stress and depression. Being far lower in menthol content than peppermint oil, it can be safely given to children to relieve their various ailments.
Spearmint Oil promotes the secretion of estrogen, which facilitates menstruation and ensures good uterine and sexual health. It can relieve certain symptoms associated with menstruation like irregularity, obstructed menses, nausea, fatigue, and pain in the lower abdominal region. It also may delay the onset of menopause.
Spearmint Essential Oil is an effective insecticide and keeps away mosquitoes, ants, flies, and moths. It can be safely applied to the skin for protection against insect bites.
Spearmint originated from the Mediterranean region, historically in ancient Greece. The use of spearmint oil dates back to ancient times for the treatment of digestive conditions, skin problems, and headaches. It was added to baths and used to treat sexually transmitted diseases, whiten teeth, and heal mouth sores.
There are no reported dangers of using this essential oil, but since it stimulates the secretion of estrogen, pregnant women should not take it.