Essential Oils

Rose Otto Essential Oil (Rosa × damascena Herrm.)

Rose Otto Essential Oil (Rosa × damascena Herrm.), also known as Damask Rose Essential Oil, is a concentrated natural aromatic product with a rich, refined and classic rose scent. Rosa × damascena Herrm. is listed as an accepted name by World Flora Online.

The oil is obtained by water-steam distillation of fresh rose flowers. Producing 1 kg of Rose Otto Essential Oil requires approximately 3 to 5 tonnes of fresh rose flowers, depending on the season’s climate conditions, including rainfall, temperatures and flowering development. The flowers are hand-picked early in the morning, before sunrise, and harvesting usually continues until around 10–12 a.m., before the sun heats the blossoms and they start to lose part of their aromatic quality.

Rose Otto Essential Oil is used in luxury cosmetics, fine fragrance and aromatic blends where a deep, elegant and long-lasting rose profile is desired. Studies on Bulgarian Rosa damascena Mill. oil report β-citronellol, geraniol, nerol, phenethyl alcohol, farnesol, as well as alkanes such as nonadecane and heneicosane, which contribute to the oil’s aromatic persistence.

Basic Information

  • Bulgarian name: Етерично масло от роза Дамасцена
  • English name: Rose Otto Essential Oil / Damask Rose Essential Oil
  • Botanical name: Rosa × damascena Herrm.
  • Origin: Bulgaria
  • Plant part used: fresh rose flowers
  • Oil-bearing part: fresh flowers
  • Extraction method: water-steam distillation

Characteristics

  • Appearance: clear liquid
  • Colour: yellow
  • Aroma: rich, refined, typical rose scent
  • Analytical method: gas chromatographic analysis

Aromatic Profile

The oil has a rich rose aroma with floral depth, softness and natural persistence. In fragrance and aromatic compositions, it is used to bring a luxurious rose signature and an elegant floral finish.

Suitable For Manufacturing

  • luxury face and body care products;
  • fine fragrance and aromatic compositions;
  • soaps and natural cosmetic products;
  • spa and massage products;
  • specialised floral formulations.

Properties

Rose Otto Essential Oil is valued for its aromatic, refreshing, softening, toning and balancing properties. In professional formulations, it is appreciated for its refined rose profile, good compatibility with lavender, geranium, citrus, woody and other floral oils, and its broad use in premium cosmetic and fragrance products.

Important Safety Notice

Use only at safely calculated levels and after professional assessment. For sensitive skin, testing in the final formulation is recommended. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Internal use is not recommended without specialised evaluation.

Forms of Supply

Essential oil obtained from the fresh flowers of Rosa × damascena Herrm. Available in bulk. Packaging sizes and quantities are provided upon specific B2B inquiry.

Quality and Documentation

The product is intended for professional bulk use. Certificates of Analysis and supporting documentation can be provided upon request for specific B2B inquiries.

Inquiry

For prices, availability, minimum order quantities and documentation, please send a specific inquiry to Vesselino.

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