Rose Otto

Product Details

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Botanical name : Rosa centifolia

Extraction method / Source : Steam Distillation / Flowers

Aroma : Floral, rich, sensual, sweet

Note classification : Middle to Base

Odor Intensity : 4

Key constituents : Citronellol, geraniol, neral, nerol

Plant description :  Botanical family: Rosaceae

Rose is a prickly shrub native to Europe and Western Asia. It grows to 8 feet in height, produces dark green glossy leaves and highly fragrant flowers.

Regions of Production : France

Growing Practices : Cultivated without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides.

History / Fun Facts : Approximately 4000 kg of rose flowers are used to produce 1 kg of rose essential oil. Rose is one of the most complex essential oils known, containing over 300 chemical compounds.

Properties

Properties :  Antidepressant, aphrodisiac, regenerative, rejuvenative, sedative, tonic (Battaglia, 2003).

Fragrant influences

Calming, helpful for shock and grief, uplifting. Helps to transform sexual love into spiritual love and tolerance. Helps to heal emotional wounds, especially heartache and jealousy.

Uses / Benefits

Useful as an antidepressant, Rose is calming and helps relieve stress. Helps balance the female hormone and reproductive system. It is healing to skin, promotes healthy skin cell regeneration, helpful for dry, sensitive and inflamed skin. Widely used in natural perfume making.

Modes of Administration : Topical: massage, compress, creams, lotions

Inhalation: direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporizer, aromatherapy inhaler

Blends well with : Bay, Benzoin, Cardamom, Clove, Coriander, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

TIMELESS Essential Oils guarantees the purity and quality of all our therapeutic oils. The current Certificate of Analysis is available upon request. All essential oils are best stored in an airtight container away from heat and light.

Safety

Safety :  Non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing

Notice : This information is for educational purposes only. It has not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Although we strive to provide information which is accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information.

Precautions : Pure essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts. Do not use them undiluted, or in the eyes or mucus membranes. If applying an essential oil to the skin, always dilute it with a proper carrier oil and test on a small patch of skin before applying to a large area. Do not take them internally except under the direction of a qualified professional trained in Aromatherapy. Always familiarize yourself with the safety, contraindications and proper preparation of each essential oil before use. Note that when using essential oils for children and the elderly, very low concentrations should be used. Keep all essential oils away from children and pets.

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