This or That: Cineol 1.8, Camphor Borneol, or Verbenone Rosemary

Does the Name Really Matter?

The aroma and constituent profile of Rosemary Oil varies according to: where the plants grow (altitude and climate), what plant parts are distilled, and whether the plant material is fresh or dried when distilled.

Rosemary Essential Oil is widely used in cosmetic and skincare products, where it’s excellent for hair growth, strengthening memory, improving brain function, relieving pain, and providing relief from stress.* However, when It’s used in aromatherapy — it encourages healthy circulation which is excellent for joint inflammation.*

Let’s take a look at them individually…

First Up is…Rosemary Cineol 1.8

Rosemary Cineol 1.8 Essential Oil's main effect is supporting the respiratory organs, the nervous system, hair health, and circulation.* This oil is stimulating, warming, refreshing and can be used to help boost memory retention and alertness.* Add it to a diffuser to help support focus, mental clarity, and memory, as well as to cleanse the air, waking up your body and spirit!*

Rosemary Cineol 1.8 has an aroma that is more reminiscent of Eucalyptus, and can blend well with other essential oils.* For promoting hair and scalp health, this oil may be added to shampoo, conditioner, and scalp formulas.*

When you combine this Rosemary with Black Pepper and Jojoba Oils, you get a warming blend to help increase circulation, soothe muscular aches, and alleviate pains and headaches.* This blend is also often used for sore muscle relief, conditions of arthritis or rheumatism, and cellulite.* It can be added to body oils, salves and scrubs to promote circulation, healthy muscles and healthy joints.*

Next Up is…Rosemary Camphor Borneol

Rosemary Camphor Borneol Essential Oil has been in use for centuries. This invigorating oil, grown worldwide, increases circulation while stimulating the immune system.* It has countless medical and culinary uses.* Best used as a general stimulant, suitable for muscular aches and pains.*

This camphor chemotype of Rosemary has a clear and energizing aroma.* Herbal, woody, and fresh, Rosemary Camphor Borneol Essential Oil awakens the senses and sharpens the mind!* It’s been used throughout history for concentration, especially when mental performance needs to be sharp and clear.* It has a powerful mental stimulant that aids memory and concentration, restores vitality and invigorates the spirit.*

It is also helpful for congestion, alcohol over-indulgence, overwork, sinus ailments, mental and physical tiredness.* Rosemary Essential Oil may help overcome mental and physical fatigue by stimulating circulation, increasing muscular blood flow, and supporting the central nervous system, providing support in stressful situations. Rosemary Oil can also help ease soreness out of the body, promoting vigor and strength.*

Last, But Certainly Not Least is…Rosemary Verbenone

Rosemary Verbenone Essential Oil is said to be the most gentle, non-irritant type of Rosemary. Known for its cell-regenerative powers, it is an excellent tonic for the liver and gall bladder, as well as the treatment of gall bladder infections, biliary colic, and gall stones due to its containing at least 5% of a compound called verbenone.* It also helps lower high blood sugar and is an aid for arteriosclerosis.*

It is an excellent tonic of the central nervous system, mental clarity, and mental awareness.* It is an excellent brain stimulant and has a history of assisting memory.* Psychologically, rosemary can renew enthusiasm and bolster self-confidence.*

Rosemary Verbenone can be added to diffusers for sinus and respiratory support, as well as to encourage mental clarity.* It can also be added to vapor rubs, smelling salts, oils, baths, steam baths and direct palm inhalation for the same purposes.*

Rosemary contains camphor, which can help improve circulation and respiratory function.* It can help tone the heart by circulating the blood to restore and relax nerves.* The camphor helps disperse the heat from infection that may be present in coughs from cold or flu.* Therapeutically, Rosemary Oil can be used to promote blood flow to the pelvic region and uterus and support the digestive system.* This is why Rosemary is known as a diuretic and an expectorant/decongestant.*

In summary: you should use the cooler Rosemary Verbenone in conditions that have symptoms of heat, and the warmer more common Rosemary Cineol 1.8 in conditions that have symptoms of cold.*

History About Rosemary

Rosemary is believed to be one of the earliest plants used for cooking and medicine. The ancient Egyptians favored it and traces of it has been found in the first dynasty tombs. Rosemary was burnt as ritual incense and placed in the Pharaoh's tombs to help them remember their former life.* This is why Rosemary is the herb known as a symbol of remembrance.*

It’s said that Greek scholars placed rosemary wreaths on their heads to increase their power of concentration before exams.* Dioscorides recommended it as a powerful remedy for stomach and liver problems.* Hippocrates said rosemary should be cooked with vegetables to overcome liver and spleen disorders, and Galen prescribed it for jaundice.*

To the Greeks and Romans, it was considered a sacred plant. They believed rosemary symbolized both love and death.* The Greeks and Romans wove rosemary twigs into their wedding crowns and bouquets as a symbol of love and constancy, and burnt it as incense at funerals in respect and memory of the dead.* In the Middle Ages, it was burned to drive away evil spirits, to protect against plagues, and used to freshen and purify the air in French hospitals.*

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Final Thoughts From Dr. Streicher and the Team

Now that you know why Rosemary is named for the aroma and its constituent profile, hopefully you will be able to love Rosemary as much as we do! Whether it is for circulation, respiration, hair health, or muscle aches, Rosemary is perfect for everyone!*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.