Botanical Name:Rosa damasceneCommon Method Of Extraction:Steam Distilled Essential OilParts Used:FlowersAroma:Fresh, warm, deeply floral and rich with hints of citrus zest and faint pepper undertonesExtraction : Solvent extracted or steam distilled (called Rose Otto). Processing this oil is a laborious job as 60 rose petals yield a single drop of pure oil. Chemical Composition :The chemical composition of rose oil is one of the most complex and contains more than 300 known compounds, yet the main chemical components of rose oil can be listed as - citronellol, phenyl ethanol, geraniol, nerol, farnesol and stearpoten with traces of nonanol, linalool, nonanal, phenyl acetaldehyde, citral, carvone, citronellyl acetate, 2-phenylmenthyl acetate, methyl eugenol, eugenol and rose oxide. Essential Oil Information : Rose otto essential oil is also known as 'Attar of Roses'. It has a pleasing fragrance and is efficiently used for skin care to balance skin combination and nourish dry or ageing skin. This has been used to enhance health and beauty. It is prized for its healing aroma as well as skin care and other benefits. This is highly use for all types of gynaecological, menstrual cycle and menopausal problems. Oil Properties : One drop of pure rose essential oil = 60 rosesFifteen mls of pure rose essential oil = 65 pounds of rose petalsOne ounce of pure rose essential oil = 60,000 rosesTwo pound (and about 3 ozs) of PURE rose oil = therapeutic quality = up to $5000 per pound Uses : Wellness ConcernRose Otto BenefitsUsed for these conditionsEmotionalCalming, mood elevation, emotional balanceDepression, anxiety, stress, insomniaSkinMoisturizing, mild anti-viral and anti-bacterialEczema, acne, drynessReproductiveMay aid hormonal balancingMenopause, low libido Therapeutic Properties : It has anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-oxidant properties. Summary : Best used for its therapeutic activity, combined with the other oils that supports desired effectCombines well with other sweet floral, citrus and the conifers (woods)Very powerful fragrance, use as only a small part of your blend for best results.Skin Care: nurturing to all skin types, especially maturePsychological: emotional stabilizer, spiritual soother relieving grief and sorrow Shipping Options : We ship this oil in air tight containers through our partners like DHL, Fedex, UPS, TNT and EMS.