Health Benefits:

Rose oil, with its complex chemical profile of at least 275 compounds, possesses a vast number of therapeutic applications. Topically applied, rose oil beautifully supports skin health and radiance.   A rejuvenating oil, rose helps restore moisture balance and is used, both in massage and inhalation therapy, to enhance circulation, deeply nourish the tissues and to promote a healthy inflammatory response. Rose Otto is especially suited to the female reproductive system, encouraging a regular monthly cycle and hormonal balance when used in direct palm inhalation or as a compress to the lower abdomen.   In men, it is also used to enhance male reproductive health and vitality.

Emotionally and spiritually, rose essential oil has a long history of gracefully lifting the mood, and it is believe to help reduce anger and an agitated mind.  It is widely employed to calm and settle the mind and emotions, nourish the heart, and enliven the spirit.  It is helpful for those worn down by life’s difficulties, grieving a loss or those wishing to introduce nourishment and enhance self esteem.  A nurturing and supportive oil, rose oil is also employed in diffusion to promote deep, restful sleep, and to engender feelings of well-being and happiness. Rose is often symbolic of love, passion, devotion, and spirituality.

How to Use:

Rose oil can be applied topically, as a compress, in the bath, through direct inhalation, or diffuser.

Apply one drop to pulse points for use as a natural perfume. Wearing this exquisite oil is not only a treat to yourself; everyone you come in contact with will be affected positively by the aura of this sublime flower.

Add one drop to facial cream to support and nourish dry or aging skin.

Use a few drops in vapor therapy to support the respiratory system and promote a healthy inflammatory response.

Add several drops to 1/2 oz. jojoba oil for an all-over body massage to enhance circulation and moisturize skin.

A warm compress over the lower abdomen may be used during menstruation to balance and calm the reproductive system.

Inhale rose oil (direct palm inhalation or diffusion) to help calm and uplift body, mind and spirit and ease feelings of sadness, anger, and grief.

Diffuse rose oil when coping with sadness, grief, and loss.

Rose Essential Oil Recipes:

Women's Cycle formulation: 2 drops fennel, 2 drops clary sage, 2 drops rose, 3 drops bergamot, 2 drops neroli in 15 ml marula oil applied over lower abdomen

Skin Health blend (cools overheated skin): 4 drops lavender, 4 drops helichrysum, 2 drops rose in 15 ml aloe vera gel (may also be applied neat)

More Information:

The cultivated rose is believed to have originated in Persia, about 5,000 years ago. According to legend, in the 13th century R. damascena was brought from Damascus to Southern France by the returning Crusaders. As the rose's popularity spread, so did its cross-continent cultivation. In the 16th century, Ottoman Turk merchants imported Rosa damascena for cultivation throughout the Balkan countries. One particular valley provided the perfect environment for growing roses, and by the mid 1800's the area, now called the 'Valley of the Roses', allowed the Bulgarian rose oil industry to nearly monopolize the entire world production of rose oil. It is still the largest producer of rose otto, and it's special fragrant qualities are said to be unmatched the world over.

In Bulgaria, the Rosa damascena begins to bloom around the third week of May, continuing for up to a month depending on climatic conditions. The essential oil yield may vary dramatically from year to year depending on weather - for example hot and dry weather causes more evaporation, leading to shorter harvest and lower yield. Blossoms are picked by hand at sunrise, when the oil yield is highest and the dew still remains on the flower. By 10am picking ceases, and the flowers are immediately transported to the distillery.

During distillation a large amount of oil is absorbed into the distillation water, and this is known as the 'First Water'. The rose oil must be recovered from this water to produce an acceptable yield, and this is achieved by skillfully redistilling the water to separate the oil in a process known as cohobation.

During the middle of the harvest period the yield is higher than at the beginning, and mild weather will result in a further increase in the oil produced.

On average, Rosa damascena will yield 1 kilo of oil per 4,000 kilos of flowers using modern distillation processes.

Safety Guidelines:

Safety Considerations for Rose Oil

Do not take rose essential oil internally.

Aromatic Profile & Blending:

Aromatic Profile and Blending of Rose Oil:

Perfumery Note: Middle
Odor:  Rich, sweet, deep, ethereal, full-floral bouquet with a slightly spicy-honeyed undertone
Strength of Initial Aroma:  Strong 
Blends well with:  florals like jasmine, neroli, geranium, chamomile and ylang ylang; also patchouli, sandalwood, frankincense, and vetiver

Product Details:

Botanical Name:  Rosa damascena
Family:  Rosaceae
Composition: 100% Pure Rose Oil
Origin: Bulgaria
Method of Extraction: Hydrodistilled
Cultivation/Harvesting: Organic
Plant Part: Petals
Color: Pale to olive yellow
Consistency:  Thin
Yield:  .02-.05%

Bottle Size: 1 dram (3.75ml)

Why Buy From Floracopeia:

Floracopeia was established to help preserve and promote the use of botanical medicines as solutions to the widespread ecological destruction taking place in the world, and the loss of medicinal plants on which traditional medical systems depend. We provide our customers with the highest quality essential oils and other botanical aromatic treasures through the promotion of ecological sustainability, organic agriculture, and agro-forestry projects.

Our products are acclaimed for their therapeutic-grade, high quality at affordable prices. We provide artisanal quality oils produced by small family-based distillers. We buy directly from farmers and distillers, thus supporting the local economies in which the plants are grown. We do not buy oils from the world-brokers. Floracopeia is founded with a strong medical orientation and is involved in a number of global eco-projects based in grass roots health care, spirituality, reforestation projects, and the preservation and restoration of ethno-botanical culture.