Rosemary oil is obtained from the leaves of rosmarinus officinalis. It is a woody, perennial herb with fragrant evergreen needle-like leaves native to the mediterranean region. It is being used in aromatherapy and have various health benefits including stimulate hair growth, boost mental activity, relieve respiratory problems and reduce pain. The important volatile constituents present are cineole, pinene, borneol, linalol, alpha terpineol, terpinen-4-OL, bornyl acetate, camphor, thujone, camphene, limonene, beta -caryophyllene. Flavonoids (apigenin, diosmin), tannins, rosmarinic acid, diterpenes (picrosalvin), rosmaricine are other compo nants present in this oil. Rosmaricine has been referred to as a stimulant and mild analgesic. The anti -inflammatory effect of the rosemary is mainly due to flavonoids and rosmarinic acid. It can be used for aching muscles, arthritis, dandruff, dull skin, exhaustion, gout, hair care, muscle cramping, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism.
Technical Details
| Botanical Name | Rosmarinus officinalis |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Part Used | Leaves |
| Origin | India |
| Mode of Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Main Constituents | Cineol, Camphor, Pinene and Bornyl acetate |
| Description | Clear Transparent Liquid |
| Appearence | Colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Organoleptic properties | Characteristic rosemary odour |
| Refractive index at 20 °C | 1.464- 1.476 |
| Specific Gravity at 20 °C | 0.890-0.920 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; Soluble in organic solvents |
Uses:As a fragrance and flavor raw material; aromatherapy oils
Storage: Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.
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