Commonly known as: Rosa Centifolia Flower Water (I.N.C.I.), May Rose Hydrosol, Centifolia Rose Flower Water.
Botanical name: Rosa centifolia.
Extraction process: Distillation by steam stripping.
Family: Rosacea.
Extracted part of the plant: Flowers.
Cultivation area, origin: Bulgaria, France (Grasse), North Africa (Morocco, Tunisia).
Blooming: From the end of spring to summer (depending on the climate, from the end of April until July).
Origin, provenance: Morocco.
Phytochemical composition: 2-phenylethanol, rose oxide, geranial, citronellol, benzyl alcohol, jasmone, farnesol, 2-phenethyl acetate, methyl eugeno, essential fatty acids, vitamin A and E, polyphenols (terpenes, anthocyanins, flavonoids), glycosides.
Sensory properties: Appearance: Clear liquid; Colour: Colourless; Scent: Floral, subtle, with sweet notes.
Physical properties: pH: 4.5 - 6.0; Insoluble in oil.
Concerns: Astringent, toning, purifying, softening, refreshing, soothing, fragrant.
Effect: All skin types, particularly mature skin, and those prone to redness and allergies.
Facial Care (toning lotions, face serums, moisturising creams, eye contour treatments, care masks, cleansing foams/gels/lotions, make-up removal milks, lip protective creams, mists); Body Care (shower creams, hand creams, body exfoliating jellies, balms, moisturising body milks); Hair Care (mists).
6 months of preservation after opening. This product is sensitive and should be stored in the refrigerator. If you notice a change in appearance or smell, cease using your hydrosol.
The centifolia rose hydrosol does not have any contraindications. It can be used by pregnant and/or breastfeeding women as well as children. Avoid contact with the eyes.