Rose Centifolia Absolute (Morocco)
Overview of Rose Centifolia Absolute
Rose Centifolia Absolute possesses a rich, deep, rosy-spicy aroma with honey-like undertones. This essential oil is known for its uplifting and soothing properties, making it particularly beneficial for women's health. Additionally, Rose Absolute is highly regarded in skincare for its rejuvenating effects.
Product Details
Common Name: Rose Absolute
Botanical Name: Rosa centifolia
Plant Part Used: Flowers
Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction
Country of Origin: Morocco
Production and Quality
Rose oil is among the most prized essential oils, yet it is also one of the most costly due to its labor-intensive extraction process. Approximately 30 roses are required to produce a single drop of oil, meaning around 600 roses are needed to obtain just 1 ml.
There are two primary types of rose essential oils:
Rose Otto: Steam-distilled, with a lower yield, making it more expensive.
Rose Absolute: Extracted using solvents, producing a higher yield at a lower cost.
Due to its high demand in perfumery and skincare, the risk of adulteration is significant. As a general rule, if the price seems unusually low, the oil may not be pure.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Dark reddish liquid
Odor: Sweet, characteristic rose fragrance
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils, insoluble in water
Specific Gravity: 0.9437 @ 27°C
Optical Rotation: Not clear
Refractive Index: 1.4955 @ 27°C
Flash Point: Not available
Composition
Rose Centifolia Absolute contains several key active constituents, including:
Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol
Linalool
Citronellyl Acetate
Nerol
Citronellol
Phenyl Ethyl Acetate
Geraniol
This high-quality essential oil is a favorite in aromatherapy, skincare, and natural perfumery due to its captivating scent and numerous benefits.