Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Oil

Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of Damask rose petals. It gives a refined floral aroma and a silky, conditioned feel in perfumes and skincare, though evidence for distinct skin benefits is limited and it can trigger sensitivity.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Damask rose oil gives a rich floral scent and a silky feel on skin.
Category
Fragrance, Skin Conditioning
Type
Essential Oil

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Delivers a rich rose aroma and a pampering skin feel; some users may experience sensitivity and evidence for distinct skin improvements is modest. Can help skin feel supple when used at low levels.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in fine fragrances, facial oils, and rich balms to impart a signature rose note, and also used sparingly in creams or body lotions for a perfumed finish.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Essential oil with known fragrance allergens; may irritate sensitive or compromised skin, so patch test is recommended and avoid the eye area. Typically used within IFRA-guided low concentrations to limit sensitization potential.

Is Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Oil a Good Ingredient?

Fair, because it adds a luxurious rose aroma, but skin benefits beyond scent lack strong clinical support. It also contains potential allergens like citronellol and geraniol that raise irritation and sensitization risk, especially at higher levels, which keeps it out of Good.

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