Pau-rosa / Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora)

Pau-rosa / Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora)

Pau-rosa / Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora): A gentle antiseptic, this EO is well tolerated by all. It is an important essential oil in cosmetics. Now increasingly rare, it can be replaced by Hô wood or Rosalina. Updated 16 January 2024

Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora cineoliferum)

Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora cineoliferum)

This essential oil is an essential antiviral and exceptional immune stimulant. It is non-toxic, well tolerated by all and suitable for the whole family. Used to treat a variety of infections, especially viral, it is also an excellent physical and nervous tonic. Updated 16 January 2024

Red mandarin  (Citrus reticulata)

Red mandarin (Citrus reticulata)

Red mandarin is known for its powerful calming effect on the nervous system. Gentle, it soothes and helps young and old alike to fall asleep. It is useful for stretch marks and constipation, and its fruity scent is pleasant to diffuse. Updated 16 January 2024

Rosemary (Verbenone) (Rosmarinus officinalis verbenone)

Rosemary (Verbenone) (Rosmarinus officinalis verbenone)

Rosemary verbenone is the benchmark essential oil for liver care, an excellent liver regenerator and drainer. It is also involved in the regulation of the endocrine system (progesterone) and has a remarkable healing and sebum-regulating action, making it effective on oily and acne-prone skin. However, it should be taken orally with caution due to the presence of ketones. Updated 29 January 2024

Rosemary camphor (Rosmarinus officinalis L. camphoriferum)

Rosemary camphor (Rosmarinus officinalis L. camphoriferum)

This essential oil is known for its muscle-relaxing action before or after physical exertion and for its powerful anti-rheumatic properties. It stimulates venous circulation and in small doses is useful for high blood pressure. When smelled, it improves memory and concentration. When diffused, it repels insects and parasites. Updated 29 January 2024

Rosemary cineol (Rosmarinus officinalis CT cineole)

Rosemary cineol (Rosmarinus officinalis CT cineole)

As a mental tonic, it helps to improve memory and concentration during exams or for the elderly. With expectorant and mucolytic properties, it is also useful in relieving bronchitis and other respiratory infections. Revitalising, it gives a new zest to life. Updated 29 January 2024