Benefits of Rosemary Oil

Rosemary (salvia rosemarinus) is a plant based herb where the leaves and flower buds are steam distilled to extract the oil. Rosemary oil has many purposes for overall health, hair, and skin. We love Rosemary Oil for a few reasons:

• Anti-inflammatory properties. For clients with dry scalp or dandruff issues, it can calm an irritated scalp. It can decrease flakiness experienced with dry scalp. Adding 2-3 drops to your favorite shampoo can help with itchy scalp.
• Can be helpful in treating androgenetic alopecia
• Nourishes the hair and scalp. Provides shine to hair.
• Improves circulation. When applied to scalp, it can help strengthen circulation- blood flow to hair follicles to prevent or decrease hair loss.
• Can act as an astringent to balance and tone the skin
• Hydrates the skin which can control oil production
• Can help promote more even skin tone
• Because of its antifungal properties, it helps keep acne under control with fewer breakouts

When using Rosemary, be careful not to use too much- it can irritate the scalp. Can mix with a carrier oil like lavender.

Products we love with Rosemary:

Aveda Rosemary Mint Shampoo & Conditioner

Design Essentials Rosemary & Mint Conditioner

Influance It’s Natural Rosemary Shampoo

Lockology for Dreadlocks Loc Moisturizer Lavender Rosemary

Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening shampoo

Question:

Do you use rosemary oil in your hair or skin regimen? What do you like about it?