Rosa centifolia, commonly known as the Cabbage Rose or Provence Rose, is a plant belonging to the Rosaceae family. This species is renowned for its large, densely packed petals and strong, aromatic fragrance. It is often used in perfumery and skincare for its beneficial properties.

Botanical Information:

Scientific Name: Rosa centifolia L.
Family: Rosaceae
Common Name: Cabbage Rose, Provence Rose
Type: Deciduous shrub
Native Range: Native to the Mediterranean region.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: The plant features large, round flowers with numerous overlapping petals. The flowers are usually pink, but variations can be found in white and red.
Odor: The flowers have a rich, sweet, and floral fragrance, widely used in perfumery.

Uses:

Skincare: Extracts from Rosa centifolia are used in skincare products for their soothing, hydrating, and anti-inflammatory properties. They help to enhance skin texture and reduce redness.
Perfumery: The strong and pleasant fragrance of Rosa centifolia makes it a popular choice for high-quality perfumes and essential oils.
Cosmetics: Incorporated into cosmetics to add fragrance and benefit from its calming and antioxidant properties.

Extraction Methods:

Steam Distillation: Commonly used to obtain Rosa centifolia essential oil from the flowers.
Solvent Extraction: Used for producing absolute extracts that are highly concentrated.

Applications:

Facial Products: Used in creams, serums, and toners to provide hydrating and soothing effects.
Body Care: Included in body lotions and balms for its moisturizing and aromatic properties.
Hair Care: Added to shampoos and conditioners for its fragrance and potential conditioning benefits.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: Cultivation of Rosa centifolia requires careful management of resources to ensure sustainability.
Safety: Generally safe for topical use. It is always advisable to check for any allergic reactions or individual sensitivities.

INCI:


Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.

Skin protectant. It creates a protective barrier on the skin to defend it from harmful substances, irritants, allergens, pathogens that can cause various inflammatory conditions. These products can also improve the natural skin barrier and in most cases more than one is needed to achieve an effective result.
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CAS: 84604-12-6 EC number 283-289-8