Rose Oil

Rose Oil (Rosa Damascena Oil) has a beautiful, strong floral and sweet fragrance that is intoxicating and highly romantic. Mainly used in the fragrance industry. The distilled oil is also known for its sedative and aphrodisiac effects. It takes around 10,000 lbs of rose petals to distill one pound of oil.

• Uses
• Benefits
• Cautions
• References

Uses

• Skin Care
• Aromatherapy
• Cosmetics
• Perfumery

Benefits

• Antidepressant
• Antiphlogistic
• Antiseptic
• Antispasmodic
• Antiviral
• Aphrodisiac
• Astringent
• Bactericidal
• Choleretic
• Cicatrisant
• Depurative
• Emmenagogue
• Hepatic
• Laxative
• Nervous system sedative
• Stomachic and a tonic for the heart
• Liver
• Stomach and uterus

Cautions

Avoid while pregnant. Not for internal use. Pure rose oil should not be used directly on the skin, as it can cause allergic reactions such as red skin and spots.

References

Source: www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-rose-essential-oil.html