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Suggested applications 14 applications with usage rates

Recommended usage percentages by finished product, per the IFRA certificate on file.

IFRA Category Application Min Percent Max Percent Safe
1 Lip Balm 0.5% 2.0%
4 Fine Fragrance Rollerballs 15.0% 25.0%
5 Body Lotion 0.5% 2.0%
5B Facial Cream 0.25% 0.5%
5C Hand Cream 0.25% 1.0%
9 Melt And Pour Soap 1.0% 4.0%
9 Liquid Soap 0.5% 2.0%
9 Bath Bombs 1.0% 3.0%
9 Cold Process Soap 2.0% 6.0%
10A Reed Diffusers 0.0% 3.1%
10B Room Spray 5.0% 10.0%
12 Candle 3.0% 10.0%
12 Wax Melt 5.0% 25.0%
12 Automated Air Fresheners and Plug Ins 5.0% 10.0%

Product details

Botanical name
Rosmarinus Officinalis
Plant family
Lamiaceae
Plant part
Flowering tops
Origin
South Africa
Extraction
Steam Distillation
Flash point
45 °C
Relative density
0.906
Blends well with
Lavender, Peppermint, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Tea Tree, Bergamot, Basil, Grapefruit, Black Pepper

Product claims

Free from

GMONot derived from genetically modified organisms.
ParabenNo paraben preservatives added.
SLS & SLESNo sodium lauryl or laureth sulfate.
PhthalateNo phthalate carriers or fixatives.
GlutenNo gluten-containing ingredients.

Grade

100% naturalUnadulterated botanical material; nothing synthetic added.
Food gradeSuitable for flavor use under Good Manufacturing Practices.

Ethics

Cruelty freeNot tested on animals.
VeganNo animal-derived ingredients.

Certified

Certified organicUSDA certified organic, handled under Oregon Tilth certification OT-010037.

Documents & details

How to use

One of the most well-regarded oils for supporting focus and alertness. A classic clarity blend: rosemary, lemon, and peppermint. For a warmer, more grounded version, combine with frankincense and cedarwood — the resinous quality softens the sharpness without losing the clarity.

Among the most widely used essential oils in hair-growth and scalp-health formulations. Add to shampoos, conditioners, scalp serums, or pre-wash treatment oils alongside cedarwood and peppermint. Its stimulating character is well-suited to formulations targeting scalp circulation and overall hair vitality. Also contributes a clean, herbaceous scent to finished hair products that performs well through rinse.

Blend with eucalyptus, peppermint, and camphor in steam inhalations, chest rubs, or personal inhalers to support open, easy breathing during seasonal challenges. A key supporting oil in respiratory roll-ons, bath blends, and vapor-rub formulations.

Dilute in a carrier oil and apply to sore, tired muscles after physical exertion. Combine with black pepper, peppermint, and lavender for an effective post-workout massage oil. Also well-suited to warming bath soaks and recovery blends where circulation and ease of movement are the goal.

What the research says

Rosemary essential oil has been studied for its effects on alertness, concentration, and memory, with research extending across both behavioral cognitive measures and brain imaging. Reviews have examined its neuroprotective potential alongside other aromatic herbs, with mechanisms involving cholinergic and antioxidant pathways. Rosemary is also one of the most studied essential oils in topical hair care research.

Research summaries are provided for educational purposes only and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Our oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Caution

Skin sensitivity may occur. Essential oils are highly concentrated and should be diluted before applying directly to the skin. Keep out of reach from children. If pregnant or breastfeeding please ask your doctor before use.