Rosemary - Oil of Knowledge & Transition

Though it is famous for its applications in the culinary world, Rosemary has uses that reach far beyond cook books or holiday meals. Rosemary oil is a versatile essential oil that proves useful in everyday life for things like promoting healthy-looking hair, creating a relaxing massage, cooking healthy meals, and more. It even supports healthy digestion. Learn more about Rosemary essential oil and discover the diverse uses for this herbaceous, energising dōTERRA product.

Chemistry of Rosemary Oil

Main Chemical Components: 1,8-Cineole, a-pinene, camphor

Rosemary oil includes the chemical constituents 1,8 Cineole and alpha pinene, which are generally known for their renewing properties. The chemical makeup of Rosemary oil contributes to its ability to repel insects and to affect mood. Pinene and camphor are the monoterpenes responsible for Rosemary oil’s ability to deter insects. These chemicals are also what make Rosemary oil so stimulating—allowing it to have enhancing effects on mood. Much like the oil’s uses, the chemical profile of Rosemary oil is extremely diverse.

Rosemary Oil Uses and Benefits

The chemical makeup of Rosemary oil gives it renewing properties that can be both energising and settling—particularly when you diffuse the oil. When you need to study for a big test, memorise your slides for a presentation at work, or just need to finish a project, diffusing Rosemary oil can be helpful. In the essential oil diffuser of your choice, consider diffusing Rosemary while studying to help maintain concentration. As the renewing, green aroma of Rosemary oil wafts through the room, you’ll be able to focus on the task at hand.
Possibly the most common application for the rosemary plant is in cooking. Fortunately, Rosemary can be used as a substitute in your favourite rosemary-infused dishes. If you have a favourite recipe that calls for rosemary, you can easily add one to two drops of Rosemary to meats or traditional entrees in order to add flavour or to support healthy digestion. Looking for a hearty Rosemary recipe? Speaking of summer festivities, these Italian Summer Skewers with Rosemary Balsamic Reduction are the perfect sweet and savoury addition to any outdoor get-together. Using mozzarella, salami, cantaloupe, brown sugar, and Rosemary, these skewers will be a hot item at your next summer bash.
Rosemary can be taken internally to help reduce occasional fatigue and nervous tension. You can add a few drops of Rosemary oil to a glass of water or to a dōTERRA Veggie Capsule. Rosemary oil can also be taken internally if you are striving to support healthy internal organ function.
Trying to relax? Let the renewing properties of Rosemary soothe your body and soul at the end of a long day by creating a relaxing essential oil bath. Adding essential oils to a warm bath can promote a calming, relaxing environment that allows you to take a break—both mentally and physically. Combine Rosemary, Frankincense, and Epsom salt into your bath for a rejuvenating experience when you are in need of a little “me” time.
Like many other essential oils, Rosemary oil can be helpful for promoting full, healthy-looking hair. When you want to promote an abundant-looking head of hair, consider using Rosemary oil when giving yourself a stimulating scalp massage. To improve the scalp massage even further, combine Tea Tree and Rosemary oil together. Whether you are styling or grooming your lovely locks, it is always a good idea to use Rosemary oil for hair. When you want natural-looking beach waves, try this homemade Beach Wave Salt Spray that includes some of the best essential oils for hair — Rosemary, Lemon, Fractionated Coconut Oil, and doTERRA Healthy Hold Glaze. This concoction will give you effortless beach waves in just a few minutes, leaving your hair with the sweet, salty fragrance of the ocean. Want to make your own essential oil dry shampoo? This DIY dry shampoo tutorial brings together the sweet scents of Lavender, Rosemary and Peppermint to keep your hair looking and smelling great when you don’t have time to wash it. Try also using this DIY Scalp Buildup Cleanser.
Looking for more delicious Rosemary recipes? You can quickly turn traditional mashed potatoes into a flavour-filled side dish with a little help from dōTERRA Rosemary. Whether you are a prepping for a holiday meal, or just want some comfort food, these Rosemary Mashed Potatoes will leave both your taste buds and your tummy happy. Speaking of keeping your tummy happy, why not try making this Double Tomato Bruschetta.
Because of its rejuvenating scent and renewing properties, Rosemary oil is often used for massage. Consider combining Rosemary oil with a carrier oil like Fractionated Coconut Oil and applying it during a massage. To create a soothing massage experience, you can also blend Rosemary oil with Wintergreen to cool and relax the skin. When you want a relaxing massage, mix Lavender with Rosemary oil for stress reduction.