Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf oil
Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf oil is a fresh, herbaceous essential oil extracted from the leaves of the rosemary plant. It is widely used in UK skincare and haircare for its clarifying, invigorating and antioxidant properties, lending a clean, herbal scent to cleansers, toners, shampoos and scalp treatments.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, rosemary leaf oil functions primarily as a fragrance component, antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent. Its naturally occurring compounds help to protect formulations from oxidation while imparting a stimulating, clarifying effect when applied to skin and hair. It is frequently included in toners, facial oils, shampoos and scalp serums where it contributes to a fresh sensory experience and supports the overall appearance of healthy, balanced skin and hair.
Key benefits
- Helps clarify and balance oily or combination skin
- Provides antioxidant protection against environmental stressors
- Delivers a refreshing, stimulating aroma in formulations
- Supports the appearance of healthy scalp and hair
- Helps reduce the look of dullness in skin and hair
- Adds a clean herbal scent to cleansing and conditioning products
Best for
oily skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, dull skin, normal scalp, oily scalp
Where it comes from
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil is steam-distilled from the needle-like leaves of the rosemary evergreen shrub, a member of the mint family native to the Mediterranean region.
Products with Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf oil
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf oil than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Gel (150ml) Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Gel (150ml) Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Gel (150ml) Aromatherapy