🌸 Natural Rosewood Essential Oil – Aniba Rosaeodora Amazonica
Rosewood essential oil, from the Lauraceae family, is obtained by steam distillation of its wood, sourced exclusively from controlled cultivation of this protected species. With a delicate, floral aroma, it has been valued for centuries for both therapeutic uses and high-end perfumery.
✨ Main Properties
- 🛡️ Antiseptic, antibiotic, antifungal, antiparasitic, antiviral: Broad spectrum action.
- 🌱 Cell stimulant: Promotes skin regeneration, boosts vitality, and acts as an aphrodisiac.
- 😌 Nervous tonic: Balances and calms the nervous system.
- 💫 Mild analgesic: Relieves minor pain.
🌱 Practical Uses & Applications
- Immune system: Cold relief, infections, cough, fever, fungal issues on nails and skin.
- Skin: Acne, dermatitis, scars, wounds, wrinkles, boils, excessive sweating.
- Nervous system: Headaches, nervous tension, fatigue, lack of sexual vigor.
🛠️ Recipes with Rosewood Oil
Massage
➤ Muscle relaxation: 3-4 drops Rosewood + 3-4 drops Lavender + 2 drops Roman Chamomile in 1 tsp Hemp oil. Massage affected area.
➤ Boost energy & immunity: 3-4 drops Rosewood in 1 tsp Almond oil. Apply on lower back twice daily.
➤ Calm cough: 3-4 drops Rosewood + 3-4 drops Lavender in 1 tsp St. John’s Wort oil. Apply on chest, neck, and soles of feet.
Diffusion
➤ Improve breathing: 4-5 drops Rosewood + Lemon + Laurel + Ravintsara in ultrasonic diffuser.
Cosmetic
➤ Anti-aging Regenerator: Add at 1% concentration to creams, gels, or body lotions (e.g. 2 ml per 100 ml).
💆 Cosmetic Recipes
Anti-aging Facial Serum
5 drops Rosewood + 1 tbsp Argan oil + 1 tbsp Rosehip oil. Apply 3-4 drops nightly on clean skin.
Firming Body Cream
10 drops Rosewood + 100 ml Shea butter + 5 drops Geranium. Apply daily on arms and legs.
Revitalizing Hair Mask
5 drops Rosewood + 2 tbsp Coconut oil + 1 tbsp Castor oil. Leave 30 min, then shampoo. Deeply nourishes dry, damaged hair.
🌸 Natural Remedies
Anti-stress Inhalation
3 drops Rosewood in hot water. Inhale steam with towel over head. Relaxes nerves and uplifts mood.
Scar & Stretch Mark Remedy
5 drops Rosewood + 2 tbsp Rosehip oil. Apply twice daily.
Relaxing Bath for Insomnia
6 drops Rosewood + 1 cup Epsom salts in warm bath. Soak 20 min before sleep.
🌿 Blends well with
- Lavender
- Ginger
- Atlas Cedarwood
- Spanish Sage
- Lemon
- Ravintsara
- Roman Chamomile
- Almond oil
- Grapeseed oil
💧 Recommended Dilutions
- Adults: up to 2% topical dilution.
- Children (6+ years): up to 0.25%.
Can be used neat in small areas for muscle or digestive issues, always under professional guidance.
📖 Expert Note
“Rosewood is a fantastic essential oil for cough relief, reminiscent of syrups from childhood. Its application on the lower back restores vitality almost instantly.”
– Luis Rodero, Aromatherapist
🧾 Identification
- Botanical name: Aniba Rosaeodora var. Amazonica, Lauraceae
- Origin: Brazil
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Distilled part: Wood chips
- INCI: Aniba Rosaeodora Amazonica Wood Oil
⚠️ Safety
- Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Keep out of children’s reach.
- May cause skin sensitivity (contains limonene, linalool, geraniol, benzyl benzoate).
- Topical use: Safe (diluted).
- Diffusion: Safe.
- Phototoxic: No.
- Sensitizing: No.
- Irritant: No.
📦 Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from light. Protect from oxidation to preserve properties.
ℹ️ Important
Information provided by Essenciales is for educational purposes only. It does not diagnose, treat, or prevent diseases. Ingestion of essential oils must only be under medical supervision. Always dilute properly and consult a professional in case of pregnancy, epilepsy, liver issues, or other health conditions.