Rebecca Park Totilo

Rose of Sharon Essential Oil Properties and Uses



Posted: Tuesday, May 19, 2009

by Rebecca Park Totilo
Rebecca at the Well & Heal With Essential Oils

Rose of Sharon Essential Oil

plant origin: France , Spain

medicinal properties: Anti-infectious, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-hemorrhagic, anti-inflammatory, supports sympathetic nervous system, and is an immune stimulant.

traditional uses: Shepherds in biblical times frequently used Rose of Sharon for cuts and wounds.

other uses: Bronchitis, respiratory infections, coughs, rhinitis, urinary tract infections, wounds and wrinkles. It helps with hemorrhages, arthritis, and is known for elevating the emotions and calming the nerves. It helps reduce inflammation and is a neurotonic for the sympathetic nervous system.

application: Diffuse, directly inhale, or apply 2-4 drops on location.

note: Research has been done for its effects on the regeneration of cells. Known to be calming to the nerves and elevates the emotions.

uses for rose of sharon

1. For arthritis, apply 1-2 drops of Rose of Sharon to affected area.

2. Diffuse Rose of Sharon oil or apply to the soles of your feet for autoimmune challenges.

3. Apply neat or diluted with carrier oil for inflammation.

4. Stuffy nose? Try rubbing a drop or two of Rose of Sharon oil on hands, cup over nose, and inhale deeply.

5. Mix Rose of Sharon with olive oil and apply to the face for wrinkles.

6. Apply 4-5 drops of Rose of Sharon oil to the spine to help with infection.

7. For bronchitis, dilute several drops of Rose of Sharon with carrier oil and apply to the chest area.

8. To help strengthen and support the immune system, apply 2-3 drops of Rose of Sharon oil to the soles of your feet daily.

For more information about biblical essential oils and how to use them, please visit Rebecca's website, http://www.HealWithOil.com. 

Rebecca Park Totilo’s flair and passion for life bursts into living color when she writes. As an award-winning publisher author of over 34 books, she has been spoken to millions via television, radio and live appearances. Her credits include working as a contributor writer on two best-selling series ("Quiet Moments with God" and “Stories for the Teen’s Heart”) which sold over one million and five million copies respectively.  She is also a freelance writer for several national magazines including Christian Parenting Today, Discipleship Journal and Woman’s World. Rebecca's photography work has appeared in numerous national magazines such as Woman’s World, Sports Spectrum, Evangel, and Sharing the Victory.

Rebecca is a homeschool mom for 20 years and serves as president of Rebecca at the Well Foundation. Please visit her websites at: http://RebeccaAtTheWell.org and http://HealWithOil.com.
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great information! my wife has read 2 of your books and i am now learning plant values .god bless
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