Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Rose

Rose oil comes from the flowers of the Rosa × damascena (Damask Rose) plant. It has a deep floral scent.

Damask rose flowers
Damask rose flowers
Rose (Rosa × damascena)

Properties

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Rosa damascena essential oil.

Circulatory

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Stimulates circulation.

Digestive

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Relieves nausea.

Emotional

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Soothes anger, stress, nervousness and depression. Helps insomnia.

Gynecological

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Balances hormones and regulates the menstrual cycle.

Respiratory

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Alleviates asthma, hay fever, coughs and sore throat.

Skin

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Improves the appearance of aging and broken capillaries. Improves dry skin, eczema and the effect of herpes.

Caution

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  • Don't use rose oil during pregnancy.