Technical data
- Product Name: Rose Damascena
- Latin name: Rosa damascena
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8007-01-0
Features
- Scent: Deep, rich, sweet floral with honeyed, slightly spicy and subtly green undertones
- Scent type: Flowers
- Note: Middle to base
- Color: Pale yellow to light amber, sometimes with a faint greenish tint
- Viscosity: Low to medium; thickens or solidifies at cool room temperatures
Blends with
Beloved
Purpose
- A romantic, heart-opening diffuser blend for intimate evenings.
- Recipe
2 drops Rose Otto, 3 drops bergamot, 2 drops sandalwood in an ultrasonic diffuser
Queen's Bloom Body Oil
Purpose
- A luxurious moisturising blend that leaves skin softly perfumed.
- Recipe
0.5% dilution — 5 drops Rose Otto and 5 drops geranium in 50 ml sweet almond oil
Dillution guideline
- Use at 0.5–1% dilution for facial applications and up to 2% for body blends in a quality carrier oil such as jojoba or argan.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Avoid use on children under 3. For older children, use heavily diluted (below 0.5%) and only with informed guidance.
- Pregnancy
Generally considered one of the gentler oils, but as with any essential oil during pregnancy or nursing, consult a qualified healthcare professional first.
- Pets
Keep diffused concentrations low and ensure pets can leave the room. Cats are particularly sensitive to essential oils.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy or medical professional.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a dark glass bottle, away from heat and direct light. Rose Otto may solidify below 20°C — warm gently in the hand to liquefy.
