Rose oil, meaning either rose Otto (attar of rose, attar of roses) or rose absolute, is the essential oil extracted from the petals of various types of rose. Rose Otto are extracted through steam distillation, while rose absolutes are obtained through solvent extraction or super critical carbon dioxide extraction, with the absolute being used more commonly in perfumery. Even with their high price and the advent of organic synthesis, rose oils are still perhaps the most widely used essential oil in perfumery.
Rose Otto oil gives a boost to tired, lifeless skin that is need of rejuvenation, and its effect on the emotional system is uplifting, balancing and stabilizing, particularly during the monthly cycle.
Also known as 'Attar of Roses', Rose Otto essential oil also helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and its mild astringent action is effective in reducing and fading those unsightly broken capillaries (spider veins) and red patches if you use it regularly in your skin care routine. Just add a few drops of this precious oil to a cream or lotion base and you will both see and feel improvements in the tone, softness and radiance of your skin.
Rose Otto essential oil also tones the digestive and vascular system with a stimulating effect that increases the circulation and a cleansing action that promotes the elimination of toxins.
Extracted from the species Rosa damascene, Rose Otto essential oil holds a special place in the hearts of all who love aromatherapy and natural perfumery. There is quite simply no other essential oil quite like it in terms of fragrance and wealth of therapeutic healing benefits.
Benefit & Uses:The use of the rose is far and varied. It has a long history in its use in folk remedies, especially in the area of skincare. It is suitable for all skin types, but it is especially valuable for dry, sensitive or aging skins. It has a tonic and astringent effect on the capillaries just below the skin surface, which makes it useful in diminishing the redness caused by enlarged capillaries.
Roses are an excellent source of vitamins A, B3, C, D and E. They also contain bioflavonoid, citric acid, fructose, malice acid, tannin and zinc. Taken in the form of tea they are good for infections, particularly bladder infections. It is an especially good source of vitamin C.
The rose also offers a soothing property to the nerves and emotional /psychological state of mind. It is regarded as a mild sedative and anti-depressant. It is increasingly used in treatments for conditions of stress: nervous tension, peptic ulcers, heart disease, among others.
Rose oil inspires emotional calm and stability without sedative effects. The aroma is powerful and comforting. Its physical actions are mildly astringent and balancing. Rose and lavender facial cream is excellent for sensitive combination skin. Dabbed onto a freshly washed face this cream is a fragrant, toning emollient.
In perfumery rose absolute adds incredible richness, warmth and depth to just about any personal essence. Even in tiny amounts, rose Otto will contribute a sweet, natural radiance and balance to floral blends.
Making an essential oil-based personal essence is easy. Such hand-crafted blends of natural essential oils with their familiar botanical aromas are a refreshing alternative to expensive commercial perfumes and colognes.
Although it calls for rose oil only, some of the drops can be replaced with other essential oils to create a distinctive personal essence.
Rose is unique among most aromatherapy oils. Its fragrance is perhaps more recognized than its relaxing, soothing and balancing applications in aromatherapy. One whiff and a vision of the flower itself, or perhaps an experience associated with the flower and its aroma will readily come to mind. The evocative nature of rose delivers tangible benefits in aromatherapy, cosmetic and aesthetic applications. It is an aroma that has endured for centuries and will never go out of style.