Rose Absolute Oil

Botanical Name: Rosa damascena
Common Method Of Extraction: Solvent extracted
Parts Used: Fresh petals
Note Classification: Middle
Aroma: Rich, sweet, spicy-floral, tenacious
Largest Producing Countries: Bulgaria, Turkey, France, China, India, and Russia

Traditional Use: Employed extensively in soaps, cosmetics, toiletries and perfumes of all kinds.

Properties: Antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antitubercular agent, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, choleretic, cicatrisant, depurative, emmenagogue, hemostatic, hepatic, laxative, regulator of appetite, sedative (nervous), stomachic, and tonic (heart, liver, stomach, uterus).

Benefits: Due to the solvent extraction process, absolutes are not recommended for therapeutic use. Rose absolute can be used to scent items, in diffusers, and perfumes.

Blends Well With: It blends well with most oils and is useful for ‘rounding off’ blends. Bergamot, chamomile roman, clary sage, geranium, jasmine, lavender, lemon, mandarin, neroli, patchouli, petitgrain, sandalwood, vetiver, and ylang ylang.

Of Interest: There are some 250 species of rose, and over 10,000 different hybrid varieties. Among the 30 of these described as “odorata”, only three are commonly distilled for the perfume.

Safety Data: Non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing. For external use only. Not recommended for use while pregnant.

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Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.

As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier).