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Rose Oil

Rose (Rosa damascena)
Botanical Family: Rosaceae
Plant Origin: Bulgaria, Turkey
Extraction Method: Therapeutic-grade oil is steam distilled from flower (a two-part process). NOTE: The Bulgarian Rosa damascena (high in citronellol) is very different from Morrocan Rosa centifolia (high in phenyl ethanol). They have different colors, aromas, and therapeutic actions.
Key Constituents:
Geraniol (12-28%), Citronellol (34-44%), Nerol (6-9%)
Phenylethylic Alcohol (0-2%)
ORAC: 160,400 µTE/100g

Historical Data: Rose has been used for the skin for thousands of years. The Arab physician, Avicenna, was responsible for first distilling rose oil, eventually authoring an entire book on the healing attributes of the rose water derived from the distillation of rose. Throughout much of ancient history, the oil was produced by enfleurage, a process of pressing the petals along with a vegetable oil to extract the essence. Today, however, almost all rose oils are solvent extracted.

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Medical Properties: Anti-inflammatory, relaxant, reduces scarring, anti-ulcer

USES: Hypertension, anxiety, viral infections (Herpes simplex), skin conditions (scarring, wrinkles), ulcers

Fragrant Influence: Its beautiful fragrance is intoxicating and aphrodisiac-like. It helps bring balance and harmony, allowing one to overcome insecurities. It is stimulating and elevating to the mind, creating a sense of well-being.

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Application

(1) Apply 2-4 drops on location, (2) chakras/vitaflex points, (3) directly inhale, (4) diffuse, or (5) take as dietary supplement.

Found In: Envision, Forgiveness, Gathering, Gentle Baby, Humility, Harmony, Joy, SARA, Trauma Life, and White Angelica.