Rose Absolute

Scientific Name: Rosa damascena

What is Rose Absolute?

“Love Elixir”

Rose Absolute, extracted from the petals of Rosa damascena, is a luxurious and highly prized oil in Aromatherapy and perfumery. Known for its rich, intense floral aroma, it’s celebrated for its calming and heart-opening properties. Rose Absolute is widely used for skin care, emotional balance, and as a symbol of love and purity. Its therapeutic properties include being an antidepressant, antiphlogistic, and aphrodisiac.

Mind

Emotional Healing: Helps in alleviating anxiety and depression, promoting emotional well-being.

Body

Skin Rejuvenator: Excellent for all skin types, particularly beneficial in hydrating and soothing mature, dry, or sensitive skin.

Soul

Heart Opening: Its exquisite fragrance uplifts the soul, encouraging feelings of love, compassion, and connection.

Plant Feature

Flowering shrub with fragrant and beautiful flowers

Part Used

Flower

Extraction Method

Solvent extraction

History Of Rose Absolute In Aromatherapy & Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, Rose Absolute is used to govern emotions and the heart, making it beneficial for emotional well-being. It's also used in skin care for its cooling and harmonizing properties. In Aromatherapy, Rose Absolute is a quintessential oil for heart healing, emotional balance, and in blends for skin rejuvenation. Its use in uplifting mood and alleviating anxiety is well-documented.

Did You Know?

Symbol of Love and Purity

Rose has been a universal symbol of love and purity throughout history.

Queen of Flowers in Perfumery

Known as the 'Queen of Flowers', rose is a key ingredient in fine perfumery.

Ancient Beauty Secret

Used in beauty routines since ancient times, including by Cleopatra.

Harvesting

The harvesting of roses for Rose Absolute is a delicate process, requiring the flowers to be handpicked early in the morning when their fragrance is most potent. The petals are then carefully processed to extract the oil, typically using solvent extraction, which yields a more complete aromatic profile than steam distillation. This method preserves the intricate fragrance and therapeutic properties of the rose.

Historical Use

Rose Absolute has a rich history steeped in cultural and medicinal significance. In ancient civilizations, including Egypt, Greece, and Rome, roses were used for their medicinal properties, in spiritual ceremonies, and as symbols of love and beauty. In Ayurvedic medicine, rose has been used for balancing the heart chakra and as a cooling agent for both the body and emotions. The use of rose in skincare dates back to ancient times, known for its nourishing and rejuvenating effects on the skin. In the Middle Ages, rose was used for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Its role in perfumery has been prominent throughout history, revered for its exquisite scent.
In modern Aromatherapy, Rose Absolute continues to be used for emotional healing, skin care, and in perfumery. Its timeless fragrance and multifaceted therapeutic properties make it a cherished and valuable oil in both traditional and contemporary practices.