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Rosemary Essential Oil

Salvia rosmarinus (syn. Rosmarinus officinalis) essential oil

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Rosemary essential oil is a strongly aromatic oil used in aromatherapy for alertness and, topically, in scalp and muscle rub blends. It is highly concentrated and must be diluted for skin use. For most people, its best use is as a properly diluted topical oil or a diffuser oil—not something to take internally.

Key Benefits

Aromatherapy support for alertness and mental ‘wake-up’ feel
Topical support for scalp routines (often used in hair oils/shampoos)
May support the feeling of warmed circulation when used in massage blends
Useful in post-workout massage blends when properly diluted

Common Issues It May Help With

Mental fatigue (aroma support)
Scalp dryness (topical support)
Muscle tightness (topical support)
Low focus (aroma support)

How To Use (Simple)

TOPICAL (diluted): mix 1–2 drops per teaspoon (5 mL) of carrier oil for a ~1–2% dilution
apply to small areas. SCALP: add 1–2 drops to a tablespoon of carrier oil and massage into scalp, then shampoo out (patch test first). DIFFUSER: follow diffuser directions
start low. Do not take internally unless directed by a qualified clinician trained in essential oil safety.

Taste / Notes

Not for tasting; resinous, herbal aroma.

Evidence Level

Aromatherapy evidence supports alertness effects in some settings; topical scalp and comfort uses are supported mainly by traditional use and limited clinical data depending on formulation.

Cautions

ESSENTIAL OIL SAFETY: Always dilute before skin use. Patch test first. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, and broken skin. Keep away from children and pets. Avoid during pregnancy/breastfeeding unless clinician-approved. Use caution if you have epilepsy/seizure history (strong aromatics can be triggering for some). Do not ingest.

Interactions

If you have seizure disorders, consult a clinician before use (aromatherapy/topical) If you use multiple strong essential oils together, skin irritation risk increases (dilution matters) Topical use may irritate skin if combined with retinoids/acids—separate use to reduce irritation

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