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Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) : Benefits, Origin, Use in Food Supplements

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1. Presentation of Rosewood

Le Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora), native to the forests of Amazonia, is a tropical tree renowned for its essential oil with soothing, regenerating and antibacterial properties. Long used in the luxury perfume industry, it is now also used in phytotherapy and cosmetics for its properties anti-ageing, healing and relaxing.

2. Origin and habitat

Rosewood is a tree belonging to the Lauraceaemainly present in Brazilian Amazon, Peru and French Guiana. It grows in humid and tropical areaswhere its wood is rich in linaloola compound with recognised therapeutic properties.

Historically, it has been over-exploited for its essential oil, leading to a decline in the species. Today, sustainable cultivation programmes are helping to preserve this resource while ensuring that it is used in a sustainable way.

3. Composition and active ingredients

Rosewood is particularly appreciated for its essential oilwhich contains several beneficial active compounds:

  • Linalool (80 to 90%) Relaxing, antibacterial and healing effect.
  • Terpineol and geraniol Anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties.
  • Flavonoids Powerful antioxidants that protect the skin and cells from oxidative stress.

4. Benefits and properties

🌿 Skin care and anti-ageing

  • Regenerates and firms the skin, ideal against wrinkles and fine lines.
  • Promotes healing and skin tissue repair.
  • Help to reduce stretch marks and scars.

🌿 Soothing and relaxing properties

  • Helps you relax and reduce stress thanks to its action on the nervous system.
  • Supports a quality sleep and soothes anxiety.
  • Used for massage, it provides a deep sense of well-being.

🌿 Antimicrobial and purifying effect

  • Natural antibacterialuseful against skin infections.
  • Helps balance oily and acne-prone skin.
  • Antifungal properties, useful against certain mycoses.

🌿 Immune system and general well-being

  • Boosts the immune system in case of fatigue.
  • Promotes better recovery after physical or mental exertion.

5. Use as a food supplement

Rosewood is mainly used in the form of :

  • Essential oil (for use on the skin and as a vapour).
  • Capsules and dried extracts (for internal use).
  • Oily macerate for massages and skin care.

Recommended dosage

  • Essential oil for diffusion 3 to 5 drops in a diffuser.
  • Cutaneous application Dilute 20% in a vegetable oil (sweet almond, jojoba, etc.).
  • Food supplements Follow the manufacturer's recommendations (generally 300 to 500 mg/day in dry extract form).

6. Precautions for use and contraindications

  • Not for use by pregnant or breast-feeding women without medical advice.
  • Avoid pure application on the skin, always dilute with a vegetable oil.
  • Limited internal use For more information: choose capsules specifically dosed for consumption.
  • Not to be confused with other exotic woods (Sandalwood, Hô Wood...).

7. Suggested associations

  • Anti-ageing care Rose hip, Hyaluronic acid.
  • Relaxation and sleep Lavender, Roman chamomile.
  • Purification of the skin Tea Tree, Rose Geranium.

8. Sources and scientific references

Revue de phytothérapie - Studies on essential oils in dermatology : www.revmed.ch

ANSES - Study on essential oils and their safe use : www.anses.fr

Inserm - Properties of terpenes and the benefits of linalool : www.inserm.fr