Rosemary oil for the face: use for acne, rosacea and other skin problems

The first masks, lotions and face creams with rosemary began to be prepared by the inhabitants of Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. Today, the main producers of natural essential oil are concentrated in Spain, France and Tunisia. The liquid has a light and transparent texture and a pronounced herbal aroma. Its properties form the basis of care cosmetics for different skin types: from dry to combination. Rosemary oil tones, eliminates dryness and normalizes the secretion of the sebaceous glands. The product is suitable for combating wrinkles, acne, scars and rosacea.

Brief botanical description and chemical composition of the plant

Rosemary officinalis is an evergreen subshrub or shrub. Genus Rosemary, Yasnotkov family.

The height of the plant can reach two meters. Rosemary branches and gives off a spicy scent. Leathery leaves and small blue flowers, which are the source of the smell, sit tightly on the shoots.

The plant is a typical representative of the Mediterranean flora and grows mainly in dry and warm climates. The ancient Greeks used the fruits and leaves of rosemary for medicinal purposes, used in the preparation of culinary dishes and in cosmetology.

Rosemary contains a large number of useful substances:

• fatty acid;
• tannins;
• essential oils;
• ascorbic acid;
• folic acid;
• pantothenic acid;
• ketones;
• terpenes and sesquiterpenes;
• alcohols and aldehydes;
• trace elements: sodium, iron, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus and others.

The concentration of fatty acids is especially high, so oils and extracts are produced from the leaves of the plant. Active ingredients effectively solve cosmetic problems, especially for people with oily skin.

Precautionary measures

Before use , the aroma oil must be tested for a possible allergic reaction. After diluting with base oil, apply to the wrist and wait about half an hour. If there is no burning, redness or itching, the product can be used for cosmetic purposes. Also, ether should not be applied undiluted, as it can cause tissue burns.

There are a number of conditions in which the use of oil is contraindicated:

• individual intolerance;
• pregnancy, lactation period;
• epilepsy, convulsive syndrome;
• hypertension;
• taking homeopathic medicines.

Cosmetological effects of rosemary on the skin

Medical studies have proven the feasibility of using rosemary in the field of cosmetology and its beneficial effects on the epidermis. More recently, a unique substance was discovered in the list of active components of rosemary - the HSP70 protein. It has proven itself to be a reliable protection against toxins and free radicals that affect human skin.

Medicinal compositions that include rosemary can normalize the production of sebum, which means they can narrow pores, relieve inflammation, eliminate acne and pimples on the face.

Rosemary extract is considered an effective remedy for preventing skin aging processes associated with the appearance of wrinkles at any age.

When Rosemary Extract May Be Dangerous

In some situations, rosemary extract can be harmful - cause allergies, poisoning in case of overdose, spontaneous abortion during pregnancy. In large quantities it stops lactation and can cause convulsions in the child.

Contraindications to the use of the plant, extract and cosmetics with it:

• individual intolerance, bronchial asthma;
• pregnancy;
• epilepsy – increased frequency of seizures;
• due to its stimulating effect on the nervous system, it is not recommended for neurosis;
• liver and kidney failure - worsening condition.

Rosemary extract has a pleasant smell and healing properties. It helps maintain health, gives well-groomed appearance to hair and skin, and a pleasant aroma to food.

Do you like the scent of rosemary? How do you use plant extract to maintain beauty? Tell your friends and acquaintances about the culture by sharing this article with them - the information may be useful.

Medicinal properties

The uniqueness of the plant lies in its numerous properties:

• immunomodulatory;
• restorative;
• anti-inflammatory;
• antispasmodic;
• painkiller.

Rosemary can be used as an independent remedy, and also be part of medicinal preparations that can act in several directions at once:

1. Eliminate muscle stiffness and fatigue.
2. Stimulate the possibility of restoring speech and motor skills in post-traumatic disorders.
3. Help with diseases such as neuritis, arthritis, osteochondrosis, migraine, eye diseases caused by increased stress.
4. Used as an antiseptic for damaged skin.
5. Normalize blood pressure and eliminate congestion in the veins with varicose veins.
6. Regulate coronary circulation in dystonia and hypotension.
7. Treat colds, bronchitis, asthma, sore throat and other throat diseases.
8. Used as a component in a wide variety of cosmetic compositions.

Rosemary has the ability to quickly penetrate the human body, which means the positive effect is immediate.

Composition and properties of rosemary extract

Rosemary extract is rich in a valuable chemical compound - rosmarinic acid. In addition, it contains:

• acids – ursolic, pantothenic, ascorbic, folic;
• turpentine;
• cineole;
• vitamins A, E, group B;
• iron, copper, manganese, potassium, calcium;
• resins;
• tannins;
• flavonoids.

Beneficial properties of rosmarinic acid:

• improves the condition of blood vessels, reducing their fragility;
• suppresses allergic reactions;
• reduces signs of inflammation;
• strengthens the immune system;
• fights germs;
• has a diuretic effect;
• helps with fibrosis (hardening) of the liver;
• Thanks to vitamins A and E, it has an antioxidant effect, which manifests itself in the fight against cancer cells, improving the condition of the skin, nails and hair, and rejuvenating the body.

Rosmarinic acid is found not only in rosemary, but also in sage, mint, basil, marjoram, and oregano.

Review of the extract in the following video:

Effectiveness of rosemary essential oil for skin

Experienced cosmetologists claim that only with regular care can positive dynamics be observed. Use essential oil twice a day, in the morning and before bed.

If you carry out the procedures regularly, you can achieve tangible results after a short period:

1. The skin of the face will become fresh and take on a healthy, youthful appearance.
2. Thanks to the soothing properties of rosemary, it is easy to soothe the skin, especially after a long stay in the cold, sun or wind.
3. Acne, pimples, pathological rashes, comedones will begin to disappear after a week, because rosemary essential oil perfectly cleanses the skin, penetrating into the deep layers of the epidermis.
4. Acne scars and marks will be smoothed out.
5. Pigmentation will decrease, the face will acquire an even and matte shade.
6. Spider veins and wrinkles will decrease.
7. After a few rubs, your hair will become strong, shiny and manageable.

The aging process is suspended due to active blood circulation and increased nutrition entering the epidermis. After just a few treatment sessions, facial skin becomes elastic and moisturized, because rosemary stimulates the regeneration process at the cellular level. Essential oil acts on the skin gently and effectively, it removes traces of pigmentation and evens out skin tone.

General recommendations

To effectively use oil for cosmetic purposes it is worth following a number of rules to quickly restore the condition of the skin:

• before the first procedure, you need to test for a possible allergic reaction, dilute with base oil, apply to the wrist, assess the condition of the skin after half an hour;
• cannot be used in its pure form, the recommended dosage is 3-5 drops of oil per 10 g. basics, you can add them to ready-made products or create new recipes;
• you need to add it to a one-time volume of cream or emulsion , if mixed with the entire contents of the jar, the shelf life of cosmetics is sharply reduced;
• when combining ingredients, plastic, glass, and ceramic dishes are used; ether, when interacting with metal, enters into an oxidation reaction;
• It is recommended to carry out skincare procedures in the evening, as the skin is more susceptible to active ingredients;
• combines with base oils, as well as esters of basil, geranium, spruce, oregano, fir, pine, thyme, citrus, cosmetic clays, herbal preparations;
• can be used throughout the year, does not have photosensitivity properties;
• After using it for a month you need to take a break, then you can resume the procedure , this will avoid the addictive effect.

Note! The oil is used to care for oily, problematic, aging, aging skin, and is effective in anti-aging programs.

Homemade recipes with rosemary for facial skin

1. A therapeutic mask will help with oily skin. Take green clay and rosemary oil. Dilute the clay powder with water and add 3 drops of oil to the composition. Apply the mask to your face, but do not let it dry. It should take 15-20 minutes, as soon as the mask begins to dry out, rinse it off with warm water. Apply moisturizer. Repeat the procedure at least three times a day and the oily shine on your face will begin to disappear.
2. To prepare an anti-aging mask, you will need the following ingredients: chicken yolk, two tablespoons of olive oil, three drops of rosemary oil. Mix the ingredients and apply the mixture to your face for 15 minutes.
3. To eliminate acne, the following composition will help: tbsp. a spoonful of black cumin oil and 2 drops of rosemary. The rashes may not disappear, but spots, pigmentation and small pimples will disappear without a trace.
4. The following remedy will help against dryness and flaking: a spoonful of any base oil and 2 drops of rosemary. Apply the mixture to your face, leave for 15 minutes, then remove any remaining residue with a paper towel.

Complex herbal infusion for face

The advantage of herbal infusion over modern tonics and lotions is that it does not contain preservatives, chemical reagents in the form of fragrances and flavorings.

• You can prepare a natural cosmetic product like this:
• Prepare 400 ml of hot water and pour it over the dry herbs: rosemary - 10 g, chamomile - 30 g, mint - 20 g.
• After the infusion has brewed and cooled, it needs to be strained.
• Add three tablespoons of white wine and 5 drops of rosemary oil to the prepared liquid.
• The infusion should be left for a couple of weeks in a dark place.
• Wipe your face every two days before going to bed.

Oil lifting mask

To rejuvenate the skin and prevent the aging process, you can use an oil lifting mask. Here you will need several types of oils: almond, avocado, rosehip, flax and rose oil.

All these powerful natural antioxidants cause the skin to produce its own collagen, which naturally smooths out fine lines and wrinkles.

Base oils must be taken in equal proportions. If the base composition is one tablespoon, then the amount of rosemary oil will only need 1 drop. After the components are mixed, the mask should be applied to the face and wait 30 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Olive oil mask

A similar mask was once used by Cleopatra herself, who was famous for her beauty, so be sure to prepare it at home yourself.

• beat one chicken yolk;
• add olive oil in the amount of 2 tbsp. l and 3 drops of rosemary ether;
• apply the composition to the face;
• wash off after 20 minutes.

Rejuvenating express mask

With the help of this mask, skin turgor improves, cellular biosynthesis is stimulated and complexion is evened out. Here are the main components of this effective cosmetic product: 7-8 drops of rosemary essential oil, 10 g of kelp, 5 g of coconut oil, 5 g of cocoa powder.

It only takes a few steps to prepare a mask with a rejuvenating effect.

• dilute kelp in green tea in a ratio of 1X12 and leave for 5 minutes;
• add the remaining ingredients and mix them;
• apply the product to the skin of the face and massage lightly;
• rinse off after half an hour with mineral water;
• consolidate the effect of the mask by using cream with hyaluronic acid;
• repeat the procedure once a week.

Anti-wrinkle oil mask

Universal care can be carried out on the basis of any base oil, to which a few drops of rosemary are added.

The most active oils in skin care are peach, grape seed, coconut, jojoba, and almond oils. To any of these remedies you need to add 2 drops of rosemary essential oil per tablespoon of base.

All of the components mentioned have a light texture, so they can be used regardless of the time of year. These products do not clog pores, but help the skin maintain youth and beauty for a long time.

Oil mixtures

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  For problem skin. A tablespoon of milk thistle oil (can be replaced with the same amount of grape seed oil) is mixed with three drops of Rosmarini aetheroleum. This mixture is used at least three times a week. In difficult cases, it can be used daily.

• For acne. A teaspoon of cumin essential product is combined with two drops of rosemary essential oil. Apply the mixture of oils exclusively to acne using a cotton swab three times a day.
• Blemishes, welts and scars on the face. Twice a day, spot-apply a mixture of essential products of cumin and rosemary, or a mixture consisting of a teaspoon of sesame, peach or rosehip base, combined with two drops of Rosmarini aetheroleum.
• Cuperosis. To treat rosacea or spider veins on the face, a mixture of a tablespoon of grape seed oil and three drops of rosemary essential product is also suitable. The skin of the face, excluding the area around the eyes, is lubricated with the resulting composition. Exposure time is at least 30, but not more than 40 minutes. Excess is removed with a paper napkin. Couperose is nowhere to be seen.

The following mixture copes well with the manifestations of rosacea: base oils (sunflower 50 ml, rosehip 20 ml, borage or borage 30 drops) are mixed in a separate container. Then essential oils are added to them (geranium 10 drops, lemon 3 drops, rosemary 3 drops, cypress 2 drops). The container with the mixture is closed and carefully turned over to mix the components more thoroughly. The main use is a light, stroking massage with a prepared oil composition, especially effective during the treatment of rosacea.

Treatment of rosacea can be accelerated with a simple tonic prepared from three tablespoons of pure boiled water and two drops of Rosmarini aetheroleum. This tonic will not only help cope with spider veins, but will also cleanse and moisturize oily facial skin well.

• Dry skin. In this case, it is useful to use a mixture of rosemary essential oil and peach or pumpkin seed oil, almond, flax or castor product.

How to use rosemary oil to get rid of acne and acne marks

Homemade cosmetics successfully fight acne and its consequences. Essential oil helps relieve inflammation, fights infection, and accelerates healing processes. New lesions become practically invisible due to the mattifying effect of the oil.

There are cases when, after long-term treatment, acne does not disappear, but appears again and again. In this case, you need to contact a dermatologist and find out the reason for their appearance.

Compress for acne and acne marks

A therapeutic compress will help you successfully fight acne and its consequences:

1. Mix olive oil (2 tablespoons) with five drops of rosemary essential oil.
2. Apply the product to a napkin and apply to the problem area.
3. Leave the compress on for 10 minutes, then rinse your face with cold water.
4. Perform the procedure twice a day for a month.

Contraindications for use and necessary precautions

Rosemary oil attracts attention with its lightness, fluidity and warm, fresh herbal aroma, with a hint of peppermint. A stimulating effect that promotes the growth of inspiration, intellectual development, has a positive effect on the emotional sphere, facilitating a person’s path to success. In combination with medicinal properties, such benefits often contribute to ignoring possible contraindications and side effects after use. And they exist, since rosemary essential oil for the face belongs to the group of the most active drugs.

Contraindications

• Pregnancy;
• Sensitive skin of the face and body;
• Epilepsy;
• Tendency to seizures;
• Hypertension;
• Individual intolerance;
• Tendency to allergic reactions;
• The aroma causes discomfort or makes you feel worse;
• Children under 12 years old.

Ways to use rosemary oil at home

To independently prepare various remedies at home, you only need a little time and desire.

1. A tonic for deep cleansing and “blackheads” should be prepared with 30 g of dry rosemary and 200 ml of hot water. Brew the plant, cool the liquid and wipe the skin before and after makeup.
2. Fragrant ice is prepared from an infusion, the recipe for which is given above. Ice perfectly tones the skin and refreshes it, especially in hot weather.
3. Oatmeal mask. Grind the oatmeal, finely grate half an apple, mix and add 2 drops of rosemary oil and a spoonful of kefir to the porridge. Apply to all parts of the face and leave for 25 minutes, then rinse with water.

Products for combination and oily skin

To eliminate oily shine and normalize lipid metabolism, it is recommended to use a cosmetic product made from milk thistle (15 g), brewed in boiling water and one drop of ether.

If the rashes are especially profuse, the application of the product should be targeted. By replacing milk thistle with rose hips, you get an excellent remedy for eliminating scars due to acne.

Care for normal skin

Refreshing product for normal face type: 1 teaspoon of vinegar, 3 drops of rosemary oil, 2 tablespoons of mineral water. Wipe your face morning and evening.

general description

An evergreen shrub, reaching a height of 2 m, grows mainly in Mediterranean countries, and is also found in Russia, China, Japan, and the USA. The ether is obtained from the fresh flowering tops of the plant, in some cases are used . The raw material is distilled immediately using the steam distillation method; rosemary is easily fermented, losing its beneficial properties.

The pale yellow or colorless oily liquid has a strong, fresh herbaceous menthol aroma with woody notes. The main oil producers are France, Tunisia, Italy.

It can be obtained at home only if you use fresh shoots of the plant, as well as if you have a steam distillation apparatus. There are several options for esters , differing in chemical composition : e:

• borneol-camphor oil is recommended for oily, problematic dermis;
• cineole - effective for the treatment of rosacea;
• verbenone oil is used for aging, aging skin.

In cosmetology, ether is used to treat acne, rosacea, and restore skin elasticity. Creams, peelings, tonics are produced, and manufacturers also include oil in products for the care of curls, enriching shampoos and balms.

Reviews

Svetlana: I am 45 years old, and I have been using ether for several years, adding it to my regular cream. I wipe my face with an infusion of leaves every day; I have long forgotten about problems and wrinkles. They say that I look younger than my age.

Marina: Using rosemary, I got rid of pigment spots that popped up after pregnancy. I freeze a decoction of medicinal herbs, take chamomile and parsley, add rosemary ether, use “magic” ice every day after removing makeup, on a clean face. The effect is amazing, the spots disappeared within a month.

Internal use

Rosemary ether is used to flavor alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Add to marinades, sauces, and combine with meat and fish dishes. It is used for medicinal purposes as a homeopathic remedy for pain relief, muscle relaxation, and restoration .

The recommended dosage is 1 drop of rosemary ether per 5 ml of oil or honey. Take 2 times a day for no more than 2-3 weeks; before starting treatment, consult a doctor, and if necessary, undergo an examination.

Contraindications:

• allergic reaction;
• hypertension;
• pathologies of the nervous system;
• pregnancy, lactation period.

When is it recommended to use?

Rosemary essential liquid has excellent antiseptic and bactericidal properties, so it is used to treat the following “troubles” on the skin of the face:

• dermatitis;
• skin rashes;
• eczema;
• furunculosis;
• burns;
• acne and comedones;
• acne;
• rosacea;
• pigmentation;
• wrinkles.

Dizziness is one of the possible side effects of using rosemary oil.

Oil cost

The oil is produced in bottles of 5, 10, 25 and 100 milliliters. You can buy it in pharmacies, cosmetics and perfume stores, or order it online. Rosemary oil has a relatively low cost:

• 5 milliliters – from 130 to 150 rubles;
• 10 milliliters – from 180 to 250 rubles;
• 25 milliliters from 300 to 360 rubles;
• 100 milliliters from 900 to 970 rubles.

Rosemary oil is an indispensable product in the care of problematic, oily, aging skin, which has a relatively low cost. Regular use of the oil will give a noticeable positive result in a short time, but only if the dosage, instructions, and precautions are followed so as not to harm the body and not oversaturate it with active essential substances.

Rating of branded cosmetics

First of all, you can try what rosemary is like in cosmetics by choosing any branded facial product that contains an extract of this plant. This will allow you to understand how the epidermis will react to it and whether it is suitable for you at all.

Russian-made cosmetics with rosemary extract

A small rating of such beauty new products will help you evaluate the range of products on the modern market.

1. Age Defense revitalization - night cream 58 PS with rosemary extract for dry and normal skin. Yon-ka (France). $65.
2. Boker morning care - facial tonic. Kedem (Israel). $25.
3. Oriental Revitalizing Gold Skin EX8 - revitalizing toner with bio-gold EX8. Privia (South Korea). $23.
4. Drying lotion for rosacea and acne. Mon Platin DSM (Israel). $15.
5. Libriderm Aevit is a pharmaceutical face cream. Dina+ (Russia). $5.
6. Cleansing mask-scrub for normal and combination skin. Eva Esthetic (Russia). $4.
7. Cream scrub for oily and combination skin. Bliss Organic (Russia). $3.
8. Moisturizing Mask With Lavender and Rosemary - moisturizing mask with lavender and rosemary. Darique (France). $3.
9. Starting Treatment Cream tube - anti-aging cream. Secret Key (South Korea). $3.
10. Face mask from the nut series with pelargonium and green tea. Dr. Sea (Israel). $2.

As you can see, rosemary is actively used by many cosmetic brands to create unique facial care products. You choose, purchase, and use it for your health.