Rosewood

Rosewood Essential Oil Aniba rosaeodora

Botanical Name: Aniba rosaeodora

Plant Part: Wood from the tree

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Origin: Brazil

Description: Rosewood is an evergreen tree now controlled as an endangered species by the Government of Brazil. It has a reddish bark and heartwood.

Color: Clear to pale yellow

Consistency: Thin

Aroma type: soft, sweet, spicy, floral

Note: Top

Aromatic Scent: Rosewood has a fantastic warm and woody scent, while at the same time being both floral and fruity. Rosewood oil is rich in linalool, a chemical which can be transformed into a number of derivatives of value to the flavor and fragrance industries.

Aroma Strength: Medium

Aromatherapy uses: calming, soothing, clearing. Relieves pain, fights infection, diminishes depression, stimulates the brain, clears the head, improves immunity, helps skin disorders, stimulates sexual desire.

Perfume Note: Middle

Blends well with: Ylang Ylang, Ginger, Cedarwood, Coriander, Rose, Geranium, Frankincense, Rosemary, Mandarin.

Cautions: Avoid in pregnancy. Possible irritant to sensitive skin.