This means that the tree needs to be cut down and the wood processed, that the oil is not obtained from its seeds, leaves or bark. Because the acquisition of Rosewood essential oil (and wood) can contribute to the destruction of the rainforest, there are now cultivated Rosewood tree farms that produce this therapeutic oil, thus saving our forests. These trees are not cut down just for the essential oil, a lot of furniture, beads and musical instruments are made with rosewood as well.
The list of Rosewood essential oil benefits and abilities is long. This floral and earthy essential oil can be utilized simply by smelling its amazing aroma, or by adding it to a carrier oil and rubbing onto your skin.
This naturally therapeutic oil is considered to be a tonic, an immune stimulant, pain reliever, antidepressant, aphrodisiac, tissue regenerator, sensitive skin soother, an antiseptic, antibacterial, for lessening coughs and headaches, nausea, emotionally uplifting and known to rebalance the nervous system.
For skin care, more specifically, as a tissue regenerator, it diminishes scars, wrinkles and stretch marks. Great for lessening and clearing up acne and other skin afflictions.
One nice note about this oil is that is is great for sensitive skin, as is is considered a non-irritant, non-toxic and non-sensitizing.
One great recipe for a rejuvenating skin care oil is:4 tsp sweet almond oil (in a dark glass bottle)
4 drops of rosewood
3 drops of sandalwood, and
3 drops of frankincense.Seal and shake well, and smooth over face, neck and dry skin patches.
Rosewood oil is one of the medium priced oils, and if used just for skin care, a little bottle should last you a while.
Rosewood essential oil benefits could be utilized in these free skin care recipes, click here
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