Food
Rosemary Oil
Salvia rosmarinus Oil · 3 Chemotypes
रोज़मेरी तेल · Salvia rosmarinus
- Origin:
- Himachal Pradesh, Nilgiris
- Flavour:
- Herbaceous, piney, woody and camphor-like
3 Chemotypes AvailableHair GrowthCognitive HealthNatural Preservative
About Rosemary Oil
Rosemary essential oil comes in three main chemotypes — camphor-type (most common), verbenone-type (regenerative, used in skincare) and 1,8-cineole-type (respiratory applications). Research has shown that simply inhaling rosemary aroma improves memory performance and alertness. One study showed verbenone chemotype rivals minoxidil for hair growth stimulation.
Health Benefits
- Inhalation proven to improve memory, concentration and alertness in published studies
- 1,8-Cineole type — expectorant and bronchodilator for respiratory support
- Carnosic acid provides neuroprotective antioxidant effects for brain health
- Promotes hair growth — comparable to minoxidil in one key study (verbenone type)
Culinary & Industrial Uses
- Hair care — scalp stimulant to promote hair growth and reduce thinning
- Aromatherapy for cognitive enhancement, study focus and memory support
- Personal care in skin-tightening and anti-ageing formulations
- Natural food preservative — rosemary extract (E392) replaces BHA/BHT
Processing & Grades
Steam distillation of fresh or semi-dry aerial parts. Three chemotypes available: camphor-type, 1,8-cineole-type and verbenone-type. Camphor, 1,8-cineole and verbenone content certified by GC-MS.
