ROSEMARY OIL

	Botanical Name	:	Rosmarinus officinalis
	Common Name	:	Rosmarinus officinalis l. leaf oil, Rosemary essential oil
	CAS #	:	8000-25-7, F.E.M.A. : 2992
	Plant Parts Used	:	Leaves and flowering tops
	Extraction Method	:	Steam Distillation
	Color & Odor	:	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid with herbal, camphor, woody, balsam fragrance

Description :
This evergreen tree can grow up to 40 meters (130 feet) and has a flat crown. The bark is a reddish-brown that is deeply fissured with needle-like gray-green leaves.

Constituents & Specifications :
Rosemary oil has various chemical compounds that include Pinenes, camphene, limonene, cineol, borneal, camphor, linalol, terpineol, octanone and bornyl acetate.
Specific Gravity : 0.89800 - 0.92200 @ 25°C
Refractive Index : 1.46600 - 1.47000 @ 25°C.

Properties :
Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cholagogue, hypertensive, nervine, rubefacient, stimulant, stomachic and sudorific. It is also considered antidepressant and uplifting

Benefits & Uses :

• Rosemary oil is used for all variety respiratory problems colds, sinusitis, lung congestion and asthma. Traditionally used for healing skin problems, it is commonly added in preparations to help acne, eczema, over production of skin oil, dermatitis, etc.
• It's used in many citrus colognes, forest and oriental perfumes and eau de cologne. Rinses for dark hair often contain rosemary, as do room deodorants, household sprays, disinfectants and soaps. It is also used in inhalation, bath and massage.
• Rosemary has a very old reputation for improving memory, and has been used as a symbol for remembrance.