Snapshot
- Overview
- Damask rose extract calms skin and adds a signature floral scent.
- Category
- Antioxidant, Soothing, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning
- Type
- Botanical Extract
Rosa Damascena (Rose) Extract
Rosa Damascena (Rose) Extract is a botanical preparation obtained from Damask rose petals. It's used in skincare and fragrance for its distinct rose note and for adding plant-derived constituents valued for general conditioning.
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Our take
Is Rosa Damascena (Rose) Extract a Good Ingredient?
Good, because it contributes soothing and antioxidant support along with a familiar, pleasant sensorial profile, even though actives and potency vary by extraction method. The benefits are supportive rather than transformative, which is why it holds at Good instead of Great.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Offers a calming skin feel and antioxidant support while enriching the overall sensory experience.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Included in serums, creams, masks, and gentle cleansers to round out conditioning and fragrance profiles.
Before you use it
Safety
Typically safe in cosmetics, but it may contain EU-listed fragrance allergens such as citronellol and geraniol that can irritate sensitive or rosacea-prone skin, so patch test if reactive.
Products with Rosa Damascena (Rose) Extract
