Rosa Damascena Flower Oil (Ingredient Explained + Products)

Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.

Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts used to give products a natural scent and sometimes offer plant-based benefits. They're a common source of fragrance-related irritation and allergic reactions, especially for sensitive or compromised skin.

Fragrances make products smell appealing but are a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions. This includes synthetic fragrances, natural fragrances, and essential oils. Fragrance-free products are the safest bet for sensitive skin.

May cause Irritation

Some ingredients have higher irritation potential, particularly for sensitive skin. Common reactions include redness, burning, or itching. If you have sensitive skin, patch test first and introduce these ingredients slowly into your routine.

Can worsen Perioral Dermatitis

Some ingredients are known to be potential triggers for perioral dermatitis. However, triggers vary greatly between individuals. Keep a diary to identify your personal triggers and work with a dermatologist to develop a gentle, effective routine.

Can worsen Psoriasis

Some ingredients are known to be potential triggers for psoriasis. However, triggers vary greatly between individuals. Keep a diary to identify your personal triggers and work with a dermatologist to develop a gentle, effective routine.

A list of the most-known allergic substances from the European Union's Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.

Rosa Damascena Flower Oil is an essential oil made from the Damask Rose. It is often used as a fragrance in cosmetics.

Rose Oil has antibacterial and antioxidant properties due to its terpene, glycoside, flavonoid, anthocyanin, and Vitamin C content.

Other major parts of Rose Oil include citronellol and geraniol. Both of these are known EU allergens and cause contact-allergies.

The downsides of this ingredient outweight the positives.

What it does

Masking Obscuring or blocking

Perfuming A substance that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor, especially a volatile liquid distilled from flowers or preparedsynthetically.

Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it

0.8%

Top categories

Moisturizers

Cleansers

Treatments

Position Predominant list placement

Bottom 50%

Concentration Concentrations we've seen

Rosa Damascena Flower Oil

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