Long a symbol of love, roses can also be used for a variety of healing and culinary arts. Rose oil, made by distilling Rosa Damascena, has many healing properties. Rosa Damascena, also known as the Damascus Rose, is believed to be the original red rose. These roses are fragrant, with the strongest scent and the highest concentration of oil.
Perfumery
Roses have long been a staple of the perfumer's art. It's a powerful aphrodisiac and blends well with other scents, especially geranium, jasmine, clove and palmarosa. Roses have been scattered at weddings for generations and are a symbol of love and purity.
Meditation and Prayer
The scent of rose oil has a powerful calming effect and is an effective aid in prayer and meditation. It invokes spiritual feelings and feelings of hope.
Antidepressant
Rose oil helps fight depression and anxiety, and helps build self-esteem and confidence. It can be taken internally or used in aromatherapy. A relaxing bath in rose-scented water can help relieve tension and stress. A boost in circulation is an added benefit.
Antiseptic
Rose oil is a powerful antiseptic that moisturizes and hydrates the skin while preventing infection. It's good for broken capillaries, irritated skin, eczema and herpes. Mix it with a base such as sweet almond oil, or with creams and lotions, for a stimulating and moisturizing massage or lotion.
Aromatherapy
Use rose oil in an aromatherapy burner or vaporizer to help treat postpartum depression, headaches and tension. It also fights anger, grief and sadness and is a powerful relaxant. Rose oil helps treat coughs, asthma and hay fever.
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