Springfields Rosemary is a single, undiluted essential oil steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of Rosmarinus officinalis. The aroma is clear and powerfully herbal, fresh and slightly woody with a cool minty edge, and it sits as a middle note in a blend. It is one of the brisker oils in the Springfields range and a common choice for daytime diffusing in a study or workspace. Springfields is an Australian owned aromatherapy company based at Kulnura in New South Wales. It is the 10 mL bottle. Beyond the diffuser it is diluted into a carrier oil before massage or added by the drop to a blend, where its job is to cut the sweetness of florals and resins with something green and sharp.Product Strengths Rosemary has a long tradition of use in aromatherapy as a clearing, reviving herbal scent. One ingredient: 100 per cent pure rosemary essential oil, with nothing added and no carrier. Certified organic grade: the barcode on this pack is also listed as the Springfields certified organic rosemary. Steam distilled: from the leaves and flowering tops rather than solvent extracted. Crisp herbal aroma: clear, fresh and camphoraceous, a middle note that lifts a heavy blend. Blends readily with lemon, grapefruit, bergamot, geranium, lavender, peppermint, tea tree, thyme, clary sage, juniper, cypress, pine, black pepper, cedarwood, frankincense, eucalyptus and basil. Vegan and not tested on animals. Suitable For / Not Suitable ForSuitable for: Vegans and vegetarians; General household use.Not suitable for: Pregnant or breastfeeding women, unless advised by a health professional.Ingredients100 per cent pure rosemary essential oil (Rosmarinus officinalis), steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops. No carrier oil, no additives.AllergensNo fragrance allergens are named in the published ingredient list. Always review label for full list of ingredients.Botanical SourceBotanical name Rosmarinus officinalis. Plant part: the leaves and flowering tops. Extraction: steam distillation. Springfields blends and bottles in Australia; the country in which this particular oil is distilled is not declared.Suggested UseThe directions for this oil are as follows. Diffuser or vaporiser: add 6 drops. Massage: mix 6 drops into 12ml, about two teaspoons, of unscented jojoba cream or a base oil and massage over the body. Bath: mix 6 drops with 6 drops of dispersant and add to warm bath water. As a general guide, adult skin blends are made at roughly 1 to 3 per cent essential oil in a carrier oil. Confirm directions from product label.Warnings Not for internal use. Do not swallow this oil unless you are under the supervision of a suitably qualified practitioner. Always dilute before skin contact. Never apply neat to the skin. The usual guidance for adults is 1 to 3 per cent in a carrier oil. Patch test first. Apply a small amount of the diluted blend to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before wider use. Keep away from the eyes and mucous membranes. If the oil gets into the eyes, flush with a plain vegetable oil and then water and seek medical advice. Epilepsy and high blood pressure. Springfields' published caution for this oil is do not use if suffering from epilepsy or high blood pressure. This caution is reproduced by several Australian stockists and is the single most important thing to read on this bottle. Pregnancy. Rosemary is one of the oils traditionally avoided during pregnancy in aromatherapy practice, and one Australian stockist reproduces a label warning that it is not recommended for use during pregnancy. The pregnancy position is not stated consistently. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use it without advice from your doctor or a qualified aromatherapist. Adults and children. Springfields' massage direction is given for adults and children over 2 years. Keep the bottle out of reach of children. Flammable. Essential oils are flammable. Keep away from naked flame, candles and other ignition sources. Infants and young children. Standard aromatherapy references advise not using rosemary oil on or near the face of infants and young children. Chemotype not declared. Springfields does not state the chemotype. Rosemary oil is potentially neurotoxic depending on its camphor content, and the published dermal maximums differ by chemotype, so keep skin blends conservative and seek advice from a qualified aromatherapist if you use it regularly. Discontinue use if any sensitivity occurs, and avoid using treated skin in direct sunlight. StorageReplace the cap firmly after use and store upright below 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep out of reach of children. Confirm storage directions from product label.DisclaimerThis is an aromatherapy product, not a medicine. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and no therapeutic claims are made for it. Always read the label and follow the directions for use. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition or are taking medication, speak with your doctor or a qualified aromatherapist before using essential oils. This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for advice from your health professional.
