Rosewood
Aniba Rosaeodora
Description:
Medium-size, tropical evergreen tree with a reddish bark and heartwood, bearing yellow flowers; used extensively for timber
Actions:
Mildly analgesic, anticonvulsant, anti-depressant, antimicrobial, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, cellular, stimulant, cephalic, deodorant, immune system stimulant, tissue regenerator, tonic
Extraction:
The oil is extracted by steam distillation of the wood chippings
Characteristics:
Colourless to pale yellow liquid, with a very sweet, woody-floral fragrance that has a spicy hint. Blends well with most oils, especially citrus, woods and florals. It helps give body and rounds of sharp edges
Perfume:
Scent:
Rosy, woody, dry, floral, slightly green, fresh, mild
Key Qualities:
(mind) Warming, comforting, pleasing
Odour Intensity:
Low
Aromatherapy Use:
Skin Care:
Acne, dermatitis, scars, wounds, wrinkles, and good for general skin care of all skin types
Immune System:
Colds, coughs, fever, infections, immune system stimulant
Nervous System:
Frigidity, headaches, nausea, nervous tension, stress-related conditions
Safety Data:
Nontoxic, nonirritant, nonsensitising
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The treatments listed on this site relies on alternative healing with essential oils, and please note that no clinical trials or results are available and rests heavily on anecdotal proof.
