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Rose Oils: The Ultimate Guide
Written By: Robin Lander
The captivating scent of Rose has enchanted people for millennia, earning its place as one of the most cherished aromas. Known as the "Queen of Flowers," the Rose produces over 300 chemical compounds that contribute to its rich, warm, and sweet floral aroma. This complexity is why synthetic imitations often fall short—nothing compares to the real thing!
We offer a diverse selection of authentic, natural Rose oils each with its own distinct character shaped by origin, terroir, and extraction method. With so many options available, choosing the perfect Rose oil for your formulations can feel overwhelming. In this guide, we’ll help you navigate the unique qualities and best uses of our exquisite Rose offerings.
Rose Absolutes
Rose Absolutes are created through solvent extraction of fresh blossoms, capturing a broader range of aromatic molecules than steam distillation. This process also preserves the flower’s pigments, resulting in an oil with a deep, intensely floral, sweet-honeyed scent and a vivid orange-red hue. Highly concentrated and exceptionally long-lasting, Rose Absolutes provide remarkable depth at a more economical price. To fully appreciate their opulent aroma, Rose Absolutes should be diluted—just a few percent or less is enough to make a lasting impression in a perfume.
Best Uses: Aromatherapy, Perfumery, Cosmetics, Soapmaking, Candle Crafting.
Rose Absolute, Bulgaria
Sweet, deep, mellow, antique Rose aroma with a faint indole, spice and honeyed undertone and a fresh green note that comes forth in the drydown. Produced with roses grown on our own farm in Bulgaria, this is the classic Rose of perfumery – complex, sophisticated and beautiful. If you like a very smooth, sweet, well-rounded Rose, this is the one for you.Rose Absolute, Bulgaria - 10%
For a budget-friendly option, indulge in our Rose Absolute, Bulgaria expertly blended at a 10% dilution in 90% organic fractionated coconut oil. Perfect for enhancing your body care products or wearing directly as a perfume.Rose Absolute, Trilogy
Warm, honeyed, spicy, highly floral, slightly animalic and deep, with a rich fatty note and superb lemon-citrus tones in the drydown. This is our unique mix of Rose oils made from roses grown on our own farms in the three legendary rose-growing regions: Bulgaria, Morocco and Turkey. The perfect Rose when you want a bold, exotic, and sultry edge.Rose Absolute, Trilogy - 10%
Treat yourself to the alluring charm of our Rose Absolute, Trilogy diluted to a perfect 10% in 90% organic fractionated coconut oil. Elevate your body care products or apply directly as a perfume – both affordable and irresistible!Rose de Mai Absolute
Voluptuous, sweet, smooth, with distinct yet subtle honey and green notes and the soft, delicate sweetness of a fresh bouquet of Roses. Extracted from the cabbage rose (Rosa x centifolia), our Rose de Mai from Egypt is ready to enhance your perfumes with unique sophisticated and ethereal qualities.Rose By-Absolute
Warm, sweet floral, deep and slightly animalic, with notes of tart dried fruit, tea and leather. This is a sustainably upcycled oil, obtained from solvent extraction of the spent Turkish rose blossoms that remain after the distillation of Rose essential oil. Rose By-Absolute lends unusual and interesting Rose notes to formulations, particularly in amber, leather, and woody bases.Steam Distilled Rose Otto
Rose essential oil, known as Rose Otto, takes its name from the Persian word ‘atir,’ meaning perfume. In contrast to solvent-extracted oils, Rose Otto is produced through steam distillation, resulting in a much lower yield—one of the reasons for its higher cost. This extraction method preserves its delicate, earthy, green, and fresh floral notes, making it a favorite in aromatherapy and luxury skincare. Though its rich, sumptuous scent is also highly valued in perfumery, just a small amount is enough to exalt any formulation.
Best Uses: Aromatherapy, Perfumery, Cosmetics.
Rose Otto, Bulgaria – Organic
Fresh, warm, deeply floral and rich with hints of soft citrus zest, faint pepper, earthy green body notes, and a muted waxy undertone. Crafted from organic Bulgarian roses, it boasts a heart-melting sweetness and refreshingly smooth elegance. This full-bodied, extremely complex Rose is perfect for premium organic skincare formulations and fine perfumery.Rose Otto, Organic - 5%
To help make our organic Rose Otto, Bulgaria more accessible and affordable, we’ve diluted it in 90% organic fractionated coconut oil, ready to be added to body care products or applied directly as a perfume or anointing oil.Rose Otto, Turkey EO
Clear, radiant, floral/fruity top notes over a deep, honey-sweet, wild Rose-type aroma with dense green and subtle peppery nuances. Grown and produced on our own farm in Turkey, the temperate terroir yields a Rose with a slightly higher concentration of citronellol, imparting a delightful, sweet, green-lemony freshness and clean floral aroma to your formulations.Choosing the Perfect Rose
Each one of our Rose offerings brings a uniqueness of aroma and personality, so selecting the right one depends on your specific needs. Whether you're creating high-end perfume, nourishing cosmetics, or simply uplifting the spirit, we have a Rose oil for you! Purchase our samples to find your perfect match before committing to a larger size, and don’t hesitate to reach out to us with your questions – we’re here for you!
