Rose Otto Damask Essential Oil Information Page
🌹 Rose Damask (Bulgarian Rose Otto) Essential Oil Information
Rosa x damascena Mill. – Bulgarian Rose Otto Essential Oil 100% pure and whole organic essential oil from freshly picked Bulgarian Rosa x damascena
Product Identification
Property
Details
INCI Name Rosa damascena Flower oil
CAS Number 8007-01-0
SKU Code
Extraction Method Hydro-distillation (low temperature) of flower petals
Parts Used Flowers
Origin Bulgaria
Common Names Rose essential oil, Damask Rose, Rose Otto essential oil, Bulgarian rose, Attar of Roses, Rose essence
Appearance Colourless to pale yellow, clear liquid; may become viscous below 20°C
Odour Note Middle to top note; strong, sweet, floral, slightly lemony, balsamic
Active Components Citronellol, geraniol, nerol
Quality 100% pure, whole organic essential oil
Storage Condition Store tightly closed in amber bottle, cool, dry, away from sunlight, children, and pets
Key Benefits & Uses
Category
Details
Skin Care Tonic & toner; regenerative, astringent, restorative, refreshing. Supports mature, dull, red, rosacea, and stretch-marked skin. Moisturizing, anti-ageing, soothing for sensitive or inflamed skin.
Body & Mind Balancing, appeasing, calming; emotional healing, promotes relaxation, aids sleep, lifts moods
Perfumery Luxurious floral note, fixative, widely used for romantic, fresh, energetic perfumes and body sprays
Physical Health Antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, analgesic, PMS support, respiratory comfort
How to Use Rose Damask Essential Oil
Application
Effectiveness
Method & Dilution
Targeted Massage +++
Dilute 1 drop Rose Otto in 9 drops carrier oil; apply between lips and nose to calm/appease
Balancing Body Massage +++
1 drop Rose Otto in 20 drops carrier; massage upper torso and inner wrists; inhale from wrist
Face Care +++
1–3 drops/10ml carrier or base (0.5–1%) in regenerating lotions for ageing, dull, red, or sensitive skin
Body & Hair Care +++
2–6 drops/10ml carrier/base (1–2%) for tonics, sprays, creams
Bath ++
Mix 10–15 drops with 20ml glycerine or 1 cup Epsom salts before adding to bath water
Diffusion +++
Ultrasonic diffuser: 10 min, 3×/day for air purification, mood, relaxation
Cooking +++
1 drop in cold buttery/syrupy phase for fruits, jams, desserts (trace only, professional advice suggested)
Perfume/Body Spray +++
Dissolve in perfume base for personalized fragrances or face mists
Popular Blending Companions
Family
Oils
For Scar Healing & Skin Repair Helichrysum, Cistus (rock rose), Niaouli
Anti-ageing/Fine Lines Rose Geranium, Rosehip, Carrot Root, Tamanu, Wheat Germ Oil
Calming, Relaxing Mandarin, Lavender, May Chang, Neroli
Energizing, Uplifting Ylang-Ylang, Neroli
Perfumery Jasmine, Vanilla, Patchouli, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Geranium, Orange, Cedarwood
Example Aromatherapy & Skincare Blends
Recipe
Ingredients
Stretch Mark Support Balm Rose Otto, Rosehip, Carrot Root oil in shea/jojoba cream base
Anti-age Face Serum Rose Otto, Rose Geranium, Tamanu oil
Calming Diffuser Blend Rose Otto, Lavender, Mandarin, Neroli
Romantic Perfume Blend Rose Otto, Jasmine, Vanilla, Patchouli in perfume base
True Rose Otto oil : Hydro-distilled from Bulgarian Rosa damascena flowers; highly prized, rare, and precious.
Careful Dilution : Essential oil used highly diluted due to its cost and intensity.
Rose Otto vs Rose Absolute : Otto is hydro-distilled and rich in active herbal properties; Absolute is solvent-extracted, fragrance-heavy, and for perfumery only.
Safety & Precautions
Caution
Details
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding
Avoid use for first 3 months unless advised
Undiluted Use
Never use neat; always dilute
Patch Test
Test before use
Children & Pets
Keep out of reach
Temperature Change
Viscosity may increase below 20°C; gently warm bottle between palms
Rose Damask Otto is one of the most luxurious and emotionally healing oils available—deeply restorative for skin, mind, and mood. Always dilute, use with reverence, and consult specialists if in doubt.
