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.
How rosemary oil affects facial skin
In cosmetology, rosemary essential oil is used for the treatment and prevention of various skin diseases and daily facial care. With regular use of the product, the number of wrinkles is reduced, inflammation is dried out, and cells are saturated with moisture and vitamins.
Rosemary oil improves complexion and makes skin firm and elastic.
The main active ingredients of rosemary oil:
- pinenes;
- camphenes;
- camphor;
- cineole;
- borneol;
- linalool;
- limonene;
- bornyl acetate;
- calcium, iron;
- tannins;
- proteins;
- fatty acid;
- B vitamins, etc.
All components whose names end in “ol” are polyhydric alcohols. They give rosemary a unique aroma and help biologically active substances penetrate into the deep layers of the skin.
Beneficial features
The formula of rosemary oil is universal. If you follow the recipe, the product completely adapts to the needs of the skin and has a beneficial effect on its condition. Among the healing properties of rosemary:
- bactericidal;
- anti-inflammatory;
- restorative;
- tonic;
- moisturizing;
- nutritious.
Rosemary oil instantly relieves swelling, normalizes water balance and stimulates blood circulation. Individual components of the product promote the resorption of salt and fat deposits, discoloration of age spots and blackheads, and smoothing of facial wrinkles.
If you apply rosemary essential oil to areas of purulent-inflammatory processes, you can prevent further spread of the infection.
Oil selection
There are three types of rosemary oil, which differ in the ratio of active ingredients:
- camphor-borneol - suitable for those with oily, combination and problem skin. It is also recommended for acne scars, scars, rosacea, and roughness;
- cineole - used to care for large-porous, comedon-prone skin;
- verbenone - used to restore dry, dehydrated and aging skin.
All types of rosemary essential oil come from the same plant.
Properties
Rosemary essential oil for acne spots has a rich composition. It includes the following components:
- Organic acids.
- Tannins.
- Bitterness.
- Resins.
- Microelements.
- Alkaloids.
Thanks to these components, the product is widely used in medicine and cosmetology, as it has many useful properties. Rosemary oil is especially effective when used as a remedy for post-acne. In this case, the product exhibits the following properties:
- Normalizes the production of melanin in the skin. If treatment is incorrect or delayed, dark pigment (melanin) accumulates in the skin at the site of the pimple, which manifests itself as post-acne. The use of rosemary oil leads to a decrease in pigment production, which helps to quickly get rid of the problem.
- Normalizes intracellular metabolism. This speeds up the process of penetration of beneficial substances into the cell and removal of harmful decay products and toxins from it.
- Improves blood circulation in the area where acne is located, saturates the damaged area with oxygen.
- Has a brightening and smoothing effect.
- Evens out skin tone and returns natural shade.
- Helps reduce swelling left after acne treatment.
- Tones the skin, soothes and whitens it.
- Acts as an antiseptic, preventing the re-development of inflammation and the appearance of a rash.
- Softens skin that has become rough after acne treatment. This is especially true for large areas of damaged skin (during adolescence).
Due to its natural properties, rosemary oil serves as an excellent cosmetic product for the treatment of post-acne, improving the external condition and eliminating the problem inside the skin.
Ways to use rosemary oil at home
Rosemary oil is an essential oil, so in its pure form it is used only locally on pimples, blackheads, scars and purulent inflammations. In all other cases, it is combined with base oils and other esters, plant extracts, clay, honey, and fermented milk products.
For greater effectiveness, rosemary oil is added to store-bought skincare products. Just 2 drops of ether will enrich your day face cream or lotion with vitamins and minerals.
Soap makers use rosemary oil to make natural soap.
Moisturizing and nourishing for dry skin
An imbalance in sebum production leads to dryness and sensitivity of the skin to temperature changes, wind, and ultraviolet radiation. If not properly cared for, its color becomes dull and its structure becomes thin and hard. After using homemade cosmetics with rosemary essential oil, your facial condition will improve significantly. The product will retain moisture in the cells, restore the hydrolipid layer and create a film that protects against harmful factors.
Banana mask
Fruit acids in banana cleanse the skin of the stratum corneum and help improve complexion. Vitamins B and E have a moisturizing and nourishing effect.
Mode of application:
- Mash 1/2 of a ripe banana with a fork.
- Add 5 ml of avocado oil, 1 drop of lavender essential oil and 2 drops of rosemary oil to the puree.
- Stir.
- Apply to facial skin and leave for half an hour.
- Rinse off with warm water.
- Repeat the procedure twice a week before going to bed.
Moisturizing mask
Peach oil has a weightless structure, which is ideal for dry skin. In combination with rosemary oil, the product quickly replenishes the lack of moisture and retains it for some time.
- Mix 4 tsp. peach oil and 15 drops of rosemary essential oil.
- Apply the mask to your face and leave for 25-30 minutes.
- After an hour, remove excess with a dry cloth.
Products for combination and oily skin
Oily and combination skin types are more prone to acne and blackheads than others. This problem is caused by excessive secretion of the sebaceous glands, so the main requirement for skin care cosmetics is to normalize their work. Rosemary oil completely copes with the task. The product mattifies, tones, moisturizes the epidermis, cleanses pores and prevents the development of inflammation.
Rosemary Cleansing Toner
Toner should be used daily after washing or removing makeup. The procedure will tighten pores and get rid of blackheads. Over time, the condition of the skin will improve and it will be possible to switch to more gentle care intended for normal skin types.
A special feature of homemade cosmetics is the absence of parabens, sulfates and preservatives
To prepare tonic you will need:
- 30 g dried rosemary leaves;
- 250 ml boiling water;
- 5 drops rosemary essential oil.
Pour boiling water over the leaves and leave for 2 hours. Then strain and add rosemary ether to the liquid. Store the product in the refrigerator and use as directed.
Alcohol lotion with rosemary oil
To prepare alcohol lotion you will need:
- 1 liter of white wine;
- 30 g dried chamomile flowers;
- 10 g dried rosemary leaves;
- 20 g dry mint leaves;
- 20 g salicylic acid;
- 7 drops rosemary essential oil.
Mix all components, except ether, in one container and place in a dark place to infuse. In 2 weeks the lotion will be ready. Strain the liquid and add rosemary oil to it. Stir. Apply with a cotton swab in the evening for 15 days.
Wipe the skin with lotion strictly along the massage lines, avoiding the area around the eyes and lips.
It is not recommended to use alcohol-based cosmetics on a regular basis. This can lead to disruption of the hydrolipid balance even in oily skin types.
Oatmeal mask
Before preparing the mask, grind the oatmeal in a blender to the consistency of flour. Next, follow the step-by-step recipe:
- Grate half the apple on a fine grater.
- Mash 3 strawberries to a paste.
- Mix an apple, berry puree and 10 g of oatmeal.
- Add 10 ml of kefir and 2 drops of rosemary oil to the mask.
- Apply the mixture to your face and leave for 20 minutes.
- Rinse off with warm water.
Care for normal skin
Normal skin type fully lives up to its name. It rarely causes problems such as acne or flaking. The face naturally looks fresh, toned, and has an even color. No effort is required to maintain it in this state. Everyday care should be simple and useful.
Refreshing lotion
To prepare the lotion, just dissolve in 1 tsp. table vinegar 3 drops rosemary oil. Pour the mixture into 2 tbsp. cold mineral water and use as directed.
In homemade cosmetics recipes, table vinegar can be replaced with apple cider vinegar.
Soap for washing
Essential oils in natural soap gently cleanse the skin of the face and body of impurities and maintain water balance.
Cooking method:
- Melt 100 g of soap base with goat's milk in a water bath.
- Remove the base from the heat, cool to 38–400C.
- Add 2 drops each of rosemary, lavender and geranium essential oils. Stir.
- Pour the base into the mold and wait until it hardens.
- Use the prepared soap to wash your face in the morning and evening.
Products for the prevention and elimination of wrinkles
Loss of firmness and elasticity of the skin, disruption of the oval of the face, the appearance of facial wrinkles, pigment spots - signs of age-related changes. This natural process is associated with hormonal changes and a new lifestyle. Rosemary oil is designed to stop its development and preserve youth as long as possible. To do this, you should use a nourishing cream and tonic lotion daily, and also make masks and compresses with a lifting effect several times a week.
To support your anti-aging beauty routine, fill your diet with seafood, fatty fish, nuts, natural vegetable oils, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Don't forget to drink 1.5–2 liters of clean water a day and do facial exercises.
Complex herbal infusion for face
Herbal infusion is an alternative to modern tonics and lotions. Its advantage is the absence of preservatives and useless chemicals.
Cooking method:
- Pour 400 ml of boiling water over a mixture of dry herbs: 10 g rosemary, 30 g chamomile, 20 g mint.
- When the broth has cooled, strain it through cheesecloth.
- Add 3 tbsp to the liquid. l. white wine and 5 drops of rosemary oil.
- Infuse the product for 2 weeks in a dark place.
Wipe your skin with the infusion every other day. Carry out the procedure 2-3 hours before bedtime.
Oil lifting mask
To prepare the mask, you will need one of the base oils: almond, avocado, rosehip, linseed or rose. All of them are powerful antioxidants and prevent skin aging. In combination with rosemary, they enhance the process of natural collagen production and smooth out fine wrinkles.
To prevent the components from losing their properties, you should make a fresh mask before each use.
The optimal ratio of rosemary ether to base oil is 1 drop per 1 tbsp. l. The finished mask is applied for half an hour and then washed off with water at room temperature.
Lymphatic drainage massage will help enhance the rejuvenating effect of oils. It is done using a special technique 10 minutes before applying the mask.
Olive oil mask
Olive oil is the simplest and most accessible anti-wrinkle remedy, known since Ancient Greece.
Mode of application:
- Beat 1 chicken yolk.
- Add 2 tbsp to it. l. olive oil and 3 drops of rosemary oil.
- Apply the mask to your skin.
- Rinse off after 15 minutes with warm water.
Rejuvenating express mask
A rejuvenating mask improves skin turgor, stimulates cellular biosynthesis and evens out complexion. Its main components:
- 8 drops rosemary essential oil;
- 12 g kelp seaweed;
- 4 g coconut oil;
- 6 g cocoa powder.
Mask with cocoa, kelp and rosemary - a combination of the best anti-aging ingredients
The cooking technology consists of several steps:
- Dilute dry seaweed with green tea in a ratio of 1:2.
- Leave for 5-7 minutes to infuse.
- Then add all other ingredients and mix.
- Apply the mask to your face along the massage lines.
- Rinse off after 30 minutes with mineral water.
- Secure the result with cosmetics high in hyaluronic acid.
- Repeat the procedure every week.
Anti-wrinkle oil mask
Rosemary oil in combination with any base oil is a universal care product. It can be used in the fight against wrinkles, acne and post-acne, scars, rosacea and other problems. The ratio of ether to base is standard: 2 drops per 1 tbsp. l.
Natural oils are essential components of a modern woman’s cosmetic bag.
The following oils are best suited for anti-aging purposes:
- peach;
- grape seed;
- almond;
- coconut;
- jojoba.
All of the products listed have a light texture and are suitable for use at any time of the year. They will not clog pores and will help the skin stay youthful and fresh longer.
Treatment
What you need to do to restore your health:
- No cosmetic product will help if the problem of the disease lies in the body, so you need to treat the internal organs.
- A healthy diet is a must. It is necessary to exclude all unhealthy foods, spicy, sweet, fatty foods, junk food, alcohol, smoking.
- Hypertension is another cause of croup. Avoid stressful situations and get good sleep. If your blood pressure constantly rises, you should consult a doctor who will prescribe appropriate medications.
- You should consume more foods containing silicon, which helps to quickly strengthen blood vessels. Oatmeal, peas, and buckwheat are also suitable.
- Vitamins are indispensable helpers in the fight against diseases. Particular attention should be paid to vitamin C, which will help get rid of varicose veins and hypertension.
In combination with these activities, you should start using light oils, which should only be purchased in pharmacies.
How to use rosemary oil to get rid of acne and acne marks
One of the functions of rosemary oil is to fight acne and its marks. Homemade cosmetics prepared with the addition of ether will relieve inflammation, prevent the spread of infection and speed up tissue healing. Due to the mattifying effect, the consequences of the problem will not be noticeable on the skin, and there will be much fewer new lesions.
If long-term care using rosemary oil does not produce results and acne continues to appear, it is worth visiting a dermatologist’s office. By passing the necessary tests, you will quickly identify the source of acne and restore skin health.
Adolescents and adults are equally susceptible to acne problems.
Acne spot treatment
To prepare an effective remedy, you need to mix 10 ml of black cumin oil and 1 drop of rosemary oil. Apply the oil mixture directly to inflammation before going to bed.
By replacing black cumin oil in the recipe with rosehip or milk thistle oil, you will get a folk remedy for the prevention of scars and scars after acne.
Compress for acne and acne marks
To combat acne and its marks, you need to:
- Mix 2 tbsp. l. olive oil and 5 drops of rosemary ether.
- Soak a napkin or cotton pad with the oil solution.
- Apply a compress to the problem area.
- Remove it after 10 minutes.
- Rinse your face with cold water.
- Perform the procedure twice a day for a month.
Efficiency
Oils only work on the skin if used regularly. In this case, the cumulative effect will provide not only the elimination of acne, but also other positive effects:
- Reducing oily shine;
- Facial cleansing;
- Relief leveling;
- Gradual elimination of post-acne;
- Increased tone;
- Elimination of open comedones;
- Prevention of dermal aging.
The speed at which results are achieved depends on the extent of the lesion, the causes of acne and individual sensitivity to the composition.
How to get rid of rosacea using rosemary oil
A mixture of caring cream and rosemary oil helps with spider veins on the face. Add 2 drops of rosemary oil to the product and apply to the face before bed in areas of severe rosacea.
The cream will help the essential oil penetrate deeper layers of the skin faster and enhance its effect.
Also, to combat the problem, a daily evening mask of 1 tbsp is suitable. l. milk thistle oil and 2 drops of rosemary ether. It effectively relieves inflammation, restores blood circulation and eliminates congestion in blood vessels. After just a few procedures, the complexion will even out and the mesh will become less noticeable.
Common rosacea syndrome - pronounced red “veins” on the face
If milk thistle oil is not available, replace it with wheat germ, grape seed or sesame oil. They also have a gentle effect on blood vessels, without causing allergies or pain.
What kind of disease is this
Cuperosis is a violation of blood flow in the epidermis. Regression of blood in small vessels is manifested by redness and the appearance of spider veins. The walls of the capillaries in the epidermis become thin and brittle as a result of constant pressure. Women with light and hypersensitive skin most often suffer from rosacea.
The first thing to do is to improve the condition of the walls of blood vessels, and some essential oils can help, as they contain fatty acids that restore the elasticity of the walls of blood vessels.
