Benefits And Uses Of The Rosemary Plant

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ROSEMARY PLANT

The rosemary genus called Rosmarinus is a small genus of bushy, evergreen perennial shrubs. The leaves of the rosemary plant are very distinct; narrow and needle-like, they are incredibly aromatic and also produce small clusters of blue flowers. There is only one species in this genus that has significant value in aromatic therapy, and that is the rosemary essential oil called Rosmarinus officinalis.

This species of rosemary is cultivated all over the world and is used for many different purposes, including its use in culinary preparations and as a medicinal herb and essential oil-bearing plant. Rosemary is an incredibly popular culinary herb, helping to lend its warm, sweet flavor to a variety of different dishes.

In her book “Essential Oils: A Comprehensive Handbook for Aromatic Therapy”, author Jennifer Peace Rhind writes that “many studies have confirmed the use of rosemary to promote emotional and mental well-being, and the results of these have direct relevance to aromatic therapy”. Rosemary is touted for its use in improving overall health and well-being, helping to reduce the symptoms and duration of stress, tension and lethargy. Studied for everything from its ability to reduce pain in the body to helping comfort the nervous system, we’re excited to share more about the ways you can use the rosemary plant in your life.

USE THE ROSEMARY PLANT WHEN YOU WANT A BOOST OF NATURAL ENERGY

Because the rosemary plant presents as fresh, clearing and herbal, it’s thought to have the ability to provide a little plant-based pick-me-up. It’s common to see rosemary essential oil blended alongside other essential oils known to be stimulating and revitalizing, like peppermint and spearmint, for example.

Products including the rosemary plant for a natural boost:

Energy roll-on: Kick synthetic stimulants to the curb with this natural pick-me-up. An invigorating, revitalizing and uplifting blend helps to give you a natural boost so you can stay sharp throughout the day. Blended with naturally refreshing essential oils like lemon, peppermint and rosemary, you can try applying this blend to areas of the body like the wrists, pulse points and around the hairline whenever you’re looking for a boost.

Rosemary 100% pure single note essential oil: fresh, slightly spicy, warming and stimulating rosemary essential oil can be used to help give you a fresh perspective, a healthy natural lift and a boost of inspiration. We feel a little goes a long way, so adding 5-10 drops to your diffuser is all you’ll need to experience the earthy and refreshing notes of the rosemary plant in the air. Other uses of this essential oil may include a facial steam or in body massage for relief of tired, overworked muscles.

USE THE ROSEMARY PLANT IN YOUR NATURAL PAIN & RECOVERY SOLUTIONS

Because rosemary has a naturally warming and stimulating effect, it’s common to find it included in product formulations that are designed to support easing, soothing and relieving acute pain in the body. At Saje we offer a wide range of products and product formats to support you in your pain management and recovery, naturally.

Products including the rosemary plant for pain and recovery:

Pain Release body oil: when you’re experiencing pain and soreness, nothing feels better than a deeply relieving massage. We created this body oil formula specifically for an option to help carry renewing and restorative essential oils to the aches and pains on the body with ease. The base of this body oil includes grapeseed oil, apricot kernel oil and vitamin E to help hydrate, nourish and and protect the skin on the body while essential oils like sweet and balsamic marjoram, soothing and relaxing roman chamomile and warming and relieving rosemary can help ease minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains.

Pain Release roll-on: similar in formula to the Pain Release body oil, we formulated this roll-on specifically to support targeted application to areas of the body that can benefit from this soothing topical analgesic. Also including lavender, cajeput, peppermint and eucalyptus, the Pain Release line of products has an earthy and grounding scent, and the effects are felt deep into the muscles and tissues when applied. For the relief of muscular aches, tenseness and stiffness, roll on where needed.

Extra Strength roll-on: our largest in size and most powerful in formula, bringing this pain relieving roll-on to life was a labor of love. We searched far and wide for the most effective and long lasting essential oils for use in pain and recovery, as well as having worked with both governing health bodies in Canada and the United States to ensure this topical analgesic could be recognized as both a Natural Health Product (CAN) and Over The Counter (USA) product for pain relief. We blended soothing, relieving and easing essential oils like sweet birch, known to be rich in methyl salicylate to alleviate sore, fatigued muscles, menthol from peppermint to cool, soothe and energize as a known effective pain reliever and others like clove, kunzea and rosemary to help warm and stimulate areas of the body in need of some extra TLC. Roll on to ease sore muscles, back aches, strains and sprains with the cooling and warming sensation of our 100% natural pain relief oil blend that soothes muscles deeply.

USE THE ROSEMARY PLANT TO HELP SOOTHE TIRED, OVERWORKED MUSCLES

Similar to the ways in which the rosemary plant can be useful in helping to relieve pain and support recovery, it’s also supportive of the body in decompressing, finding balance and generally being in a state of ease. Below we’re sharing two of our go-to products for those days when feeling comforted and soothed is what we’re after.

Products including the rosemary plant for restoring balance in the body:

Muscle Melt bath salt soak: soak and soothe in a restorative bathtime blend of stimulating essential oils to help you feel relaxed and at ease. These epsom and naturally derived sea salt bath salts are also blended with nourishing and warming rosemary, fresh and stimulating sweet birch and gentle, peaceful roman chamomile for an indulgent treat. Try adding 2-5 tablespoons of salts once you’ve filled the bathtub and are ready to climb in, and soak for 20-30 minutes for maximum benefits.

Muscle Melt body butter: this comforting formula was created specifically to give attention to our body’s largest organ, the skin. Comprised of the same essential oil formula that provides warmth and nourishment to the muscles and tissues, the base of this rich, creamy butter is made from three ingredients, cocoa seed butter, shea butter and mango seed butter that are renowned for their ability to provide nourishing hydration that is never heavy, sticky or greasy. Our favorite way to use this product is after a bath or shower while the skin is still damp for long lasting moisture.

USE THE ROSEMARY PLANT TO HELP YOU FEEL CLEANSED AND REFRESHED

The rosemary plant can also be very cleansing when paired with ingredients that are formulated to be refreshing, deodorizing and supportive of overall personal hygiene. One of the most popular product lines we offer at Saje is called Tingle Mint; we’re sharing about what makes this tingly and invigorating line so well-loved.

Products including the rosemary plant for personal hygiene:

Tingle Mint foaming hand soap: given the increased importance of hand hygiene in the last year, our 100% natural foaming hand soaps are a great place to start whether you’re new to natural or you’re looking for a clean alternative to the soap you’re using multiple times per day. There are a few things that set our foaming hand soaps apart: first, they are formulated without any synthetic ingredients or artificial fragrances. The clean, uplifting, warming and minty scent is brought to you directly from nature, in the form of vibrant peppermint, deodorizing tea tree and stimulating rosemary essential oils. Second, we don’t use drying alcohol in our soaps and instead rely on saponified oils like coconut and sunflower for rich, frothy foam and rosemary leaf extract to act as a natural preservative. Go ahead and see for yourself how nurturing hand washing can be!

Tingle Mint body lotion: the next Community Member-favorite product in our Tingle Mint line of products is a cooling, soothing and tingling body lotion, formulated to help you feel fresh and uplifted while your skin receives the moisture and deep hydration it needs. While the stimulating blend of peppermint, spearmint and rosemary enlivens your senses, the base of shea nut oil, grapeseed oil and vitamin E, rich in vitamins and fatty acids, will leave your skin feeling radiant and deeply cared for.

Tingle Mint Jute & Joy: a perfect cleansing accessory to gently exfoliate, refresh and soften your skin is this minty soap-filled wash pad. Made from 100% natural, vegetal jute fibres, the Jute & Joy is another well-loved personal care product at Saje. A fun fact about jute is that the fibre on its own is fully biodegradable, and has a smaller environmental footprint than cotton as it requires far less water and land for the plants to grow, making it an excellent, responsible choice for use in cosmetic products for the body. Lather up and hang to dry between uses for best results.

LIFESTYLE TIPS FOR INCORPORATING THE ROSEMARY PLANT INTO YOUR WELLNESS ROUTINE

Now that you know more about the benefits of incorporating the rosemary plant into some of the personal care products that you use regularly, here are a few additional tips on how to bring this plant into your home day-to-day:

1. Try it as an air freshener. Using whole sprigs from the rosemary plant and a fresh lemon, place in a shallow pan with water and bring to a simmer. The vibrant citrus and herbal aroma will have your entire home smelling fresh and inviting in no time!
2. Use with your wool dryer balls. For clothing, linens and fabrics that smell clean, refreshed and deodorized, try adding 5-8 drops of 100% pure rosemary oil to each of the wool dryer balls included in our Laundry Love set.
3. Make a DIY decoration. Not only do the fresh sprigs of the rosemary plant smell amazing, they’re also quite beautiful to look at. Try including them in a floral arrangement or make an ornamental wreath you can enjoy all year long.

—Jennifer Peace Rhind