Rosemary Oil

Botanical Name…...Rosemarinus officinalis

Family…………………..Labiatae

Country of Origin….Morocco

Plant/Part…………….Leaves

Blending Note………Middle

Obtained By………….Distilation

Aroma….Fresh, sweet, penetrating, camphor-like

Color……………………Clear

Contraindications:

 Use in low concentration. Do not use when pregnant or on people may have high blood pressure or epilepsy.

History & Myth:

Rosemary was known as a symbol of regeneration for the Greeks and Romans. The egyptians used Rosemary incense for ritual cleansing and healing as well as in tombs. In rome and Athens it was considered a sacred plant, a figr to humans from the goddess Aphrodite. It was also consicered a necessary component in medicines.

In ancient times Rosemary was used to banish bad ghosts and fairies since they were believed to be responsible for illness and diseases.  Rosemary was then used to attract positive spirits , fairies and elves.

General Properties Being Researched :

Antiseptic, analgesic, antibacterial, antispasmodic, antimicrobial, carminative, diuretic, expectorant, fungicide, general tonic

Skincare:

• Astringent
• Toning
• Stimulates circulation

Haircare

• Stimulates circulation to the scalp
• Encourages hair growth by bringing flow to the scalp

BodyCare:

• Stimulation
• Invigorating
• Pain relieving to aching muscles
• May help ease discomfort of colds, coughs, flu, bronchitis and asthma
• Assists in energizing the central nervous system
• Helps with water retention
• Helps reduce the appearance of cellulite

Psychological:

• Invigorating
• Helps alleviate anxiety, confusion and stress
• Brings clarity to thoughts
• Helps memory

Spiritual or Psychic

• Helps reduce negativity
• Attracts positive energy
• Helps clarify and remember your spiritual path
• Assists you in clearing your intentions during meditation 

Several years ago Rhonda, my dear artist friend, and I decided to scent some metallic paints with essential oils to create passive diffusers for the holidays.  We glazed mini pumpkins and gourds & even tree branches.

The effect was "scentsational" (my word). So in honor of our oil of the month Rosemary I ran a live FB demo on how to do this. Here is the replay on my website for you to watch.

You will need:

• Essential Oil of Rosemary
• Metallic Acrylic Paints
• Bowls or palettes for the paints
• Bowl of water for rinsing brushes
• Water with a dropper for diluting your glaze
• Various sizes of paintbrushes depending on the size of your mini-pumpkins or larger ones
• Optional: make-up sponges, q-tips defining or removing paint in certain areas, sponges for effects…

Clean your pumpkins and dry before starting.

Set your intention or think of positive thoughts associated with the essential oil of Rosemary such as:

"I remember positive important things in my life"

"I have mental and spiritual clarity"

"I clear negative energy blocks in my home and attract healthy happy thoughts."

It was believed that ghosts and bad spirits caused illness and disease in days long ago. Rosemary branches and tinctures and mists were made to banish them while using its special powers to attract ghost & spirits that enhanced health and vitality.

Now we know through research that the bad ghost were illness producing bacteria and viruses. Rosemary has been researched for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties. It is used as an expectorant and air purifier.