Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil is an essential oil derived from the flowers of Rosa centifolia. Known for its therapeutic and cosmetic properties, this oil is used to enhance skin appearance and health due to its moisturizing, soothing, and regenerative effects.

Botanical Information:

Scientific Name: Rosa centifolia L.
Family: Rosaceae
Common Name: Cabbage Rose, Provence Rose
Part of Plant Used: Flowers

Physical Properties:

Appearance: A clear liquid, pale yellow or pink, with an oily consistency.
Scent: Emits a rich, delicate floral fragrance characteristic of Rosa Centifolia flowers.

Chemical Composition:
Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil contains a complex mixture of aromatic and nutrient compounds, including:

Terpene Alcohols: Such as geraniol and citronellol, providing anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Esters: Offering emollient effects and improving skin texture.
Phenols: Antioxidant compounds that protect the skin from free radical damage.
Essential Fatty Acids: Such as linoleic and oleic acids, which nourish and hydrate the skin.

Properties and Benefits:

Moisturizing: Helps keep the skin soft and hydrated, improving its elasticity and overall appearance.
Soothing: Has a calming effect on the skin, useful for reducing redness and irritation.
Regenerative: Promotes cellular regeneration and may help reduce the appearance of scars and wrinkles.
Antioxidant: Protects the skin from environmental damage and premature signs of aging.

Uses:

Skincare Products: Incorporated into facial serums, creams, and oils for its moisturizing and anti-aging properties.
Body Care Products: Used in lotions and massage oils for its nourishing and relaxing qualities.
Perfumes and Aromatherapy: Employed in perfumes and aromatherapy blends for its rich floral aroma.

Extraction Methods:

Steam Distillation: The essential oil is extracted by steam distillation of fresh Rosa centifolia flowers. This method preserves the aroma and therapeutic properties of the oil.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The production of Rosa Centifolia oil can have environmental impacts, but is generally sustainable if managed with responsible practices.
Safety: This ingredient is generally regarded as safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products when used as directed. Individuals with allergies to Rosaceae family plants should be cautious.

Cosmetic safety

Restricted cosmetic ingredient as III/366 a Relevant Item in the Annexes of the European Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.

INCI:


Fragrance. It plays a very important role in the formulation of cosmetic products as it provides the possibility of enhancing, masking or adding fragrance to the final product, increasing its marketability. It is able to create a perceptible pleasant odour, masking a bad smell. The consumer always expects to find a pleasant or distinctive scent in a cosmetic product.

Surfactant - Foam booster. It has the effect of introducing gas bubbles into the water and affects the cleaning process by helping to spread the cleanser. Since sebum has an inhibiting effect on the bubble, more foam is produced in the second shampoo.
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CAS: 84604-12-6 EC number 283-289-8