Essential oil
Rose essential oil
Rosa damascenaEssential oilBulk supplyHalal
- Appearance
- Oily transparent fluid (heterogeneous mass below 23°C)
- Colour
- Yellow
- Odour
- Specific, of roses
Physico-chemical properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Relative density (g/cm³) | from 0.848 to 0.880 |
| Refractive index (20°C) | from 1.452 to 1.470 |
| Freezing point (°C) | from 16.0 to 23.0 |
| Ester value (mg KOH/g) | from 7.0 to 24 |
Content of characteristic ingredients (by GC), %
| Ingredient | Content, % |
|---|---|
| Citronellol | from 20 to 34 |
| Nerol | from 5 to 12 |
| Geraniol | from 15 to 22 |
| Phenylethyl alcohol | not more than 3.5 |
| Nonadecane | from 8 to 15 |
| Heneicosane | from 3 to 5.5 |
| Heptadecane | from 1 to 2.5 |
Therapeutic properties
Rose essential oil is a great aphrodisiac and thus perfect to add spice to your love life. It is also known for its antispasmodic, antiviral, and antiseptic therapeutic properties. Rose oil is beneficial in curing eczema, stress, and menstrual problems. It serves as a tonic for the liver, heart, stomach, and uterus. For coping with emotional problems, rose essential oil is the best remedy. It is of great use in boosting the circulation of blood in the body. Rose oil has excellent emollient properties for moisturizing the skin and, when included in products for dry, sensitive, and mature skin, helps refine skin texture.
Information as published in the Alta Oils product catalogue. It is not medical advice.