Rose Oil: Effect and Application

Rose oil is one of the most expensive oils due to the costly extraction process. But the oil is a real magic weapon against many complaints! Here we will tell you the effect and application of this exquisite oil.

Rose oil: Effect

Rose oil is an essential oil which can be used for cosmetic and medical purposes.

Rose oil: Effect on the skin

• A great advantage of rose oil is that it is suitable for all skin types.
• The care oil promotes wound healing and can alleviate inflammation.
• The oil’s high content of unsaturated fatty acids provides moisture and increases the skin’s elasticity. Skin irritations are soothed and cell renewal is also stimulated by the oil.
• The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect helps with impure skin and neurodermatitis.

Rose oil: Effect on the hair/scalp

• Hair and scalp can be treated with rose oil: Thanks to the unsaturated fatty acids, the oil provides a lot of moisture and repairs brittle hair. In addition it captivates with its seductive scent!
• Even damaged scalps benefit from rose oil, as it has an antiseptic effect.

Other effects of rose oil

• The unique scent of the rose has many positive effects: it is said to have antidepressant and calming effects on sleep disorders. The pleasant scent lifts the mood and relaxes us. The oil is also said to have an erotic and stimulating effect.
• The circulation-promoting, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect of rose oil can also be used medicinally and helps with gum inflammation, digestive problems, inflamed bronchial tubes, migraine and women’s complaints.

Rose oil: Application

Rose oil can be used internally and externally:

• The oil can be applied directly to the skin with a cotton swab or in diluted form as a facial toner. You can also mix a few drops with your skin cream and thus combine the caring properties of cream and oil!
• The oil is gently massaged into the hair and scalp or mixed with beauty products before use.
• In aromatherapy, the oil is used in a fragrance lamp or a full bath.
• Orally the rose oil is taken diluted! Dissolve a few drops of the oil in tea. You can also take it with some honey to cover the slightly bitter taste.
• For gargling in case of gingivitis or sore throat, dilute two to three drops in water.
• For inflammation of the bronchial tubes, the oil is applied by inhalation.
• For depressive moods and migraines, it helps if you apply a few drops of the oil to the inner surface of your wrists, temples or neck.

Rose oil: Worth knowing tips

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of rose petals. The large quantities required from the flowers make the essential oil so expensive. When buying, one should use organic products to avoid pesticides. In order to keep costs down, many oils are stretched – but with a certificate of authenticity you can make sure that it is a pure product.