Specifics

Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions

For a cold, try making a cream with other respiratory oils (Eucalyptus, White Pine, Frankincense, Lavender) and put it on your chest and upper back all through the day. It can be very effective against mucus.

Try putting a drop of Rosemary in your handful of shampoo before you wash your hair in the morning. I do this about once a week and my hair loves it. Its aroma is refreshing and uplifting, great in the morning.

May help heal old scars.

The African distiller of this essential oil has been in business since 1983 working with rural communities and emerging farmers to establish crops specifically for essential oils. He concentrates primarily on organic essential oils. His company works directly with farmers supplying the distillation units. He is also involved with farmers and distillers in Madagascar, Rwanda, Zambia and other African countries.

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Therapeutic Properties

• Analgesic - numbs pain
• Anti-inflammatory - reduce inflammation through circulatory action
• Antirheumatic - prevents and/or relieves rheumatic pain and swelling
• Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections (urinary, pulmonary)
• Astringent - contracts and tightens tissue
• Decongestant
• Expectorant
• Restorative and tonic
• Stimulant

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Stimulates and strengthens the mind
Clears the thoughts
Energizes and uplifts
Encourages clarity

Recipe

Stimulating Oil for Congestion, Cold and Flu and Sore Muscles
4 drops Rosemary (verbenone ct)
2 drops Eucalyptus dive
4 drops Balsam Fir
2 drops Siberian fir

Blend into 1 oz. of carrier oil and rub on freely during the morning and afternoon.

References:

1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
4. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
5. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd edition, Churchill Livingstone, 1999
6. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
7. Tisserand R. The Art of Aromatherapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1977
8. Tisserand, R. Essential oils and hypertension - is there a problem?, 2010 (article)

Safety

If oxidized it can cause skin irritation or sensitization. The literature suggests that people with epilepsy, high blood pressure, and pregnant women should avoid Rosemary because of the camphor content. It can be a stimulating oil; avoid nighttime use. With children, use at no more than 1% (5-6 drops total in 1 ounce of carrier).  According to Robert Tisserand, however, he believes that there is no case for contraindicating any essential oil in someone with high blood pressure.