Technical data
- Product Name: Rose de Mai
- Latin name: Rosa centifolia
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8007-01-0
Features
- Scent: Soft, honeyed and dewy floral with green, slightly spicy and waxy nuances; deeply romantic and luminous
- Scent type: Flowers
- Note: Middle to base
- Color: Pale yellow to soft amber, occasionally with a green tint
- Viscosity: Medium, slightly fluid; may partially solidify in cool temperatures
Blends with
May Garden in Bloom
Purpose
- A romantic, mood-lifting diffuser blend that feels like walking through a sun-warmed rose field.
- Recipe
2 drops Rose de Mai, 2 drops Bergamot, 1 drop Sandalwood in an ultrasonic diffuser
Velvet Heart Body Oil
Purpose
- A sensual, skin-softening massage oil for slow evenings and self-care rituals.
- Recipe
30 ml jojoba oil, 3 drops Rose de Mai, 2 drops Patchouli, 1 drop Vanilla (approx. 1% dilution)
Dillution guideline
- For topical use, dilute to 0.5-1% in a carrier oil such as jojoba, argan or sweet almond.
- Patch test
Apply a small amount of the diluted blend to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Avoid use on children under 3. For older children, use heavily diluted (max 0.25%) and only with guidance from a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pregnancy
Generally considered gentle, but avoid during the first trimester and consult a qualified practitioner before use during pregnancy or nursing.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs and birds. Diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms and never apply to pets.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified medical or aromatherapy professional.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight and heat. Refrigeration extends shelf life.
