My favourite oil - especially for women.
Rose (Rosa damascena)
It is the queen of essential oils, a deeply feminine aroma.
The oil is soft, honey-sweet, very floral and slightly citrusy.
The absolute is richer, more musky and spicy.
The best oil is from the Kazanlik area in Bulgaria.
The absolute often comes from Morocco.
- safety notes: non-toxic, non-irritant
- properties: antispasmodic, menstrual regulator, liver tonic, skin rejuvenator (dry, oily or mature skin, eczema)
- genito-urinary: irregular periods, prementrual syndrome with mood swings, menopause, postnatal depression
- psychologically: good for deep-rooted feelings such as grief, anger or helplessness. Great for insomnia, anxiety and mental tension.
- blends with: Frankincense, Jasmine, Lemongrass, Vetiver, Patchouli, Mandarin
"By any other name should smell so sweet"
wrote Shakespeare
Lovely day. M.
