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Rosemary Oil

Rosemary oil is a highly versatile essential oil derived from the rosemary plant, a popular herb known for its aromatic and medicinal properties. This oil has a pleasant, refreshing aroma, making it a favorite in aromatherapy to uplift mood and relieve stress, among other things.
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Equipment

  • 1 glass jar with a tight lid for infusing the oil and rosemary used for the first step of the process before using a second jar for storage
  • 1 Measuring cup
  • 1 double boiler
  • cheesecloth or strainer for filtering

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup high-quality, fresh organic rosemary leaves (fresh picked if possible)
  • 1 cup carrier oil This could be olive oil, coconut oil or jojoba oil.
  • 1 sterilized glass jar with lid to store the finished oil

Instructions
 

  • Washing the Rosemary: Begin by thoroughly washing your rosemary to remove any dirt or debris. Run the leaves under cold water and gently rub them with your fingers to ensure they're clean.
  • Drying the Rosemary: Pat the rosemary leaves dry using a clean towel. It's crucial to remove as much moisture as you can to avoid any water getting into the oil during the infusion process, which could lead to spoilage.
  • Stripping the Leaves: Hold onto the top of the stem with one hand, then run the fingers of your other hand down the stem to strip off the leaves. Repeat this process with all the sprigs until you have a cup of rosemary leaves.
  • Chopping the Leaves (optional): Though not necessary, you can choose to chop the leaves into smaller pieces. This may help release more of the rosemary's oils during the steeping process.
  • Steeping in Oil: Place the fresh rosemary leaves and oil in the top part of a double boiler. Heat the water in the bottom part of the double boiler and bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow the rosemary leaves to steep in the oil for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Straining into a Clean Mason Jar: Set up a cheesecloth over a clean mason jar. Pour the mixture of rosemary-infused coconut oil through the cheesecloth into the mason jar. Use a spoon or spatula to press down on the rosemary leaves to extract any remaining oil. Discard the used rosemary leaves.
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