Rosemary (Verbenone) (Rosmarinus officinalis ct. verbenone) is a herbaceous essential oil with a soft, herbal aroma and a heart note. Steam distillation from leaf, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot (FCF). For topical use, keep dilution at or below 6.5%.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Herbaceous |
| Chemical family | Ketone |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | leaf |
| Origin | France, South Africa |
| Blending factor | 5 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 6.0 |
| CAS number | 8000-25-7 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 6.5% |
| Max facial dilution | 3% |
| Pregnancy | Not recommended |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Not recommended for young children |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Safety flags
Evidence: Traditional — EODB: 12 GC-MS analyses (Rosmarinus officinalis).
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
Plan safe amounts with our essential oil dilution calculator.
Blends well with
Used in these blends
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- Easy Attention →
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- Alopecia Four-Oil Protocol →
- Dry Shampoo Complex →
- Castile Cleanser →
- Classic Shield →
- Cuticle Growth Serum →
- Nail Brightener →
- Deep Tissue →
- Joint Cooling →
- Analgesic Balm →
- Revitalizing →
- Power Quartet →
- Gentle Breath →
- Fall Wreath →
Frequently asked questions
What does Rosemary (Verbenone) essential oil smell like?
Rosemary (Verbenone) has a soft, herbal aroma, classed as a herbaceous oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for Rosemary (Verbenone)?
For topical use, keep Rosemary (Verbenone) at or below 6.5%, and 3% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Rosemary (Verbenone) safe to use during pregnancy?
Rosemary (Verbenone) is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before any use.
Is Rosemary (Verbenone) safe to use around children?
Rosemary (Verbenone) is not recommended for young children. Consult a professional before use.
Is Rosemary (Verbenone) safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Rosemary (Verbenone) blend well with?
Rosemary (Verbenone) pairs well with Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot (FCF), Cedarwood (Atlas), Frankincense (Carterii).