What you need to know about Damask Rose essential oil.

In cosmetic formulations, this natural ingredient is known by the I.N.C.I. name of "Rosa Damascena Flower Oil".

Incorporated into a skincare product, this essential oil is recognised for its revitalising, regenerating and healing properties. It is the most renowned essential oil for combating the signs of ageing.Indeed, the monoterpenic alcohols it contains in abundance (citronellol, nerol and geraniol) tighten the tissues, thus limiting the sagging of the skin that appears over the years. Moreover, it is antioxidant and protects the skin from external aggressions (sun, pollution, smoking...) that accelerate skin ageing. Researchers have also demonstrated its ability to stimulate the expression of the collagen-I gene. As a reminder, collagen is a fibrous protein present in the dermis that provides flexibility and firmness to the skin. However, over the years, its production by the body tends to decrease, which leads to skin sagging and the appearance of wrinkles.

Furthermore,monoterpenic esters such as geranyl acetate found in this essential oil have a beneficial effect on acute and chronic skin inflammations.

Firstly, like the majority of essential oils, it is contraindicated during the first three months of pregnancy. After this period, it is advisable to seek a doctor's opinion before using it. It is also not recommended for children under 3 years of age.

Next, this essential oil containsseveral highly concentrated allergenic biochemical componentssuch as citronellol, geraniol, and nerol. Thesenatural compounds can pose a risk of allergy in certain sensitive individuals. Therefore, it is always advisable to perform askin tolerance testin the crook of the elbow 48 hours before using a skincare product withDamask rose essential oil.

Finally, it should never be applied undiluted to the skin. The pure Damask rose essential oil is so concentrated in active species that it should be diluted in a suitable vegetable oil to a maximum of 5%.

Take note! Susceptible to oxidation, this essential oil should be stored in its amber bottle and sealed airtight before being placed away from light and heat.

Even though it is suitable for all skin types, it is still recommended for mature, fragile, irritated or tired skin. It can be adopted as part of a daily routine to compensate for a lack of firmness, slow down skin ageing or reduce redness. It can thus be found in some lotions, tonics, serums and creams.

Ourfirming tonercontains Damask rose essential oil combined with 0.1% of retinol, the ultimate skin-tightening active ingredient. This lotion, with a pH level as acidic as the skin, rebalances the skin's pH after each cleansing. It also helps to remove the lime scale residues present in the water during cleansing. Rich in firming active ingredients, it reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines and fights against skin sagging.

To apply it, soak a cotton pad with the firming lotion and then sweep it over your entire face, which should be previously cleansed, avoiding the eye contour, the evening only.

Note :We advise against its use for sensitive and reactive skin types, as well as for pregnant and/or breastfeeding women.