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Rose Damask

Rosa damascena

Origin: Bulgaria
Family: Rosaceae
Part used: Flowers

The Damask Rose is a deciduous shrub growing to 2.2 metres tall. The relatively small flowers grow in groups with colours ranging from pink to red. It is used as a popular culinary addition in Middle Eastern dishes and imparts a delicate, sweet flavour. Used widely for anti-aging, it also has anti-inflammatory properties and is used in skincare products to soothe conditions such as rosacea and eczema.
Overview
Fragrance notes
Very flowery and slightly sweet, it is delicate and subtle with notes of citrus zest.

Blending notes
This oil is particularly fine and rich so it's fine on its own. However, Frankincense, Sandalwood and Myrrh blend well with Rose Damask.
History
The Rose is one of our most recognised flowers with a rich fragrance that has perfumed human history for centuries. First cultivated in the ancient gardens of Persia, the Rose has symbolised love, passion, innocence, sympathy, desire and luxury. The 17th century English physician Culpepper believed that the red rose strengthened the heart and that its extracts had cooling and astringent benefits. He wrote that it was also a tonic for headaches and tired eyes. With its mild anti-viral and bactericidal properties, it's often blended into creams, lotions and soaps. It has stimulating effects on the blood and is known as the heart oil. Often used for grief and loss.

Please note: the traditional uses listed here are for reference only and should not be taken as recommendations for treatment, or cure, of any disease or medical condition. Therapeutic plant oils are used to support natural body processes towards improved health and wellbeing.
Uses
Youthful complexion
Blend 10 drops in 2 ml of Rose Hip oil and 3 ml of Evening Primrose oil, apply a little to face before sleep for an intensive treatment.

Women's health - fertility and menopause
Add 2 drops to 1 ml of Untouched Body Hydration and apply to the lower stomach at night time.

Grief and loss
Add 1 drop to your chest in the heart area. Repeat as often as required to cool your emotions and strengthen your heart.

Romance
Add 2-3 drops to 5 ml of Untouched Body Hydration, blend with 2-3 drops of Sandalwood and 1 drop of Neroli. Use in Massage. Repeat as often as desired.

Perfume
Add 1 drop to pulse points on wrist and neck, repeat as often as desired.
Safety considerations
This oil is safe if applied as directed. Safe to use with other medication when necessary. If accidentally ingested do not induce vomiting, follow with olive oil or milk and seek advice from a health specialist. Avoid contact with eyes - flush with water. Keep out of reach of children.

Please note: Therapeutic plant oils are used to support natural body processes for optimum health and wellbeing. The information here is NOT meant as a recommendation to cure any medical condition or disease.
Ingredients
Key ingredients
100% pure Rosa damascena, distilled flowers, Bulgaria
Key component
Citronellol, Geraniol, Nonadecane, Nerol, Nonadecene
  • Rose Damask: Pure Essential Oil
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Rose Damask: Pure Essential Oil

$349.95 NZD
$349.95 NZD
2ml/ .068 fl oz
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A gentle and sweet flower distillation. It nurtures aging skin and supports hormonal balance. This oil crystallises at a relatively high temperature (around 18 degrees), which is an indication it is undiluted. Gently warm to soften the crystals.