Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Rose
- Rose (Rosa × damascena)
Rose oil comes from the flowers of the Rosa × damascena (Damask Rose) plant. It has a deep floral scent.
Properties
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Circulatory
[edit | edit source]Stimulates circulation.
Digestive
[edit | edit source]Relieves nausea.
Emotional
[edit | edit source]Soothes anger, stress, nervousness and depression. Helps insomnia.
Gynecological
[edit | edit source]Balances hormones and regulates the menstrual cycle.
Respiratory
[edit | edit source]Alleviates asthma, hay fever, coughs and sore throat.
Skin
[edit | edit source]Improves the appearance of aging and broken capillaries. Improves dry skin, eczema and the effect of herpes.
Caution
[edit | edit source]- Don't use rose oil during pregnancy.
