Description
Rose Damask Absolute – Rosa damascena
Origin
Bulgaria
CAS
8007-01-0
Note
Middle
Folk Names
Damask Rose
Folk Powers
Beauty
Extraction Method
Solvent extraction of the freshly picked flowers.
Plant Part
Flower petals
Dilution
Undiluted – dilute to 3% or less before applying to the skin
Ready to Use is a 3% dilution in Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) and Grapeseed (Vitis vinifera) Carrier Oil
Aromatic Scent
Characteristic warm spicy, very deep rosy fragrance.
Blends Well With
Rose Damask generally blends well with all oils, though it works particularly well with Bergamot, German and Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Geranium, Melissa, Rosewood, Sandalwood, and Ylang Ylang
Description
Damask Rose oil is the most useful nurturing and nourishing oil for maturing skin. It stimulates and rejuvenates skin, moisturizes and hydrates all skin types. It is also valuable for menstruation, menopause and hormonal issues for women. It will help calm wedding night nerves and set the mood for a lifetime of mutual need and support in a loving relationship. It is useful in dealing with allergies, asthma, “the blues” and headaches. It fights depression and helps to address emotional sadness and loss. It is considered the oil of choice for use during times of grief. It can be helpful for those that suffer from PTSD and varying levels of anxiety. It is helpful during times of stress. When used in low concentrations, Rose Oil can be helpful for insomnia. Rose Oil is considered an aphrodisiac and sacred to Venus
Uses
In a diffuser, it can help with stress, anxiety, allergies, depression, PTSD and grief.
Diluted to 2% or less as a massage oil or in the bath it is effective for toning and rejuvenating the skin, for insomnia, and addressing menopausal and hormonal issues.
Emotions
Oil made from Damask Rose is used to harmonize the mind, it helps in anger, depression, grief, fear, nervous tension and stress. It also helps in dealing with emotional problems, self-esteem and self-nurturing. It is a deeply wholesome fragrance leading to integration with the whole body and spirit.
Contraindications
GRAS (Generally Regarded as Safe) Still, it is not recommended during pregnancy.
Active Ingredients
(-)-Citronellol, Geraniol, Alkenes & alkanes, Nerol, Methyleugenol, Linalool, Citronellyl Acetate, Ethanol, 2-Phenylethanol, (E,E)-Farnesol, ß-Caryophyllene, Eugenol, Geranyl Acetate
Cautions
- Essential oils can be powerful so to avoid all risks do not use during pregnancy.
- Keep away from clothing or articles which may be affected by oil-based products.
- Use sparingly and no more than 4 times per day.
- Gluten, peanut and dairy free.
- Non-GMO.
- Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
- If you are using existing medication, please consult your doctor before using any complementary products and check for pharmaceutical interactions by accessing this page https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions.html
- The information provided in these areas are for educational purposes only. Do not consider this information to be accurate or complete. We do not offer this information to diagnose or cure any disease or ailment, and it does not constitute medical advice of any kind.
