Botanical name:
Rosa damascena
Gentle and nurturing
Please note: The information below is meant to give a brief outline of how an oil can be applied by a trained aromatherapist.
Please do not use this information as a guide for how to use essential oils at home.
Properties and applications:
Digestive Tonic - constipation, diarrhoea, nausea, IBS, sluggish digestion,
Cytophylactic - skin rejuvenation, improving scar tissue, mature skin
Antiseptic, Antimicrobial - bacterial, fungal and viral infections
Mental Stimulant - tiredness, lethargy, poor concentration, poor memory
Liver Tonic - liver damage, addiction
Anti-inflammatory - rashes, inflamed skin, allergy,
Euphoric - depression, chronic conditions, lack of confidence, general unhappiness
Cardiac Regulator - irregular heartbeat, stress related palpitations
Emotional Regulator - shock, grief, anxiety, depression
Family:
Rosaceae
Country of origin:
Bulgaria, Turkey
Part of plant used:
Flowers
Method of extraction:
Steam distillation
Blends with:
Woody, citrus and floral oils.
Chemical character:
Alcohol type
Safety information:
No known contra-indications.
Odour profile:
Soft, warm and sweet with honey and citrus undertones.
Plant description:
A thorney bush with simple pink flowers.
Historical use:
The flower is a traditional symbol of unconditional love, rose scented water and oils have been used as perfume throughout history.