Provence Rose Absolute Oil
There are two primary rose species utilised in the production of rose essential oil: Rosa centifolia, also known as the Provence rose or cabbage rose, also called Rosa damascena. Rosa centifolia is primarily cultivated in Egypt, Morocco, and France, prized for its unique fragrance characterised by clear and sweet notes with subtle hints of honey. Rose (Centifolia) Absolute is manufactured through solvent extraction, resulting in a "concrete" mixture comprising fats, waxes, essential oils, and other botanical components. This concrete is then subjected to alcohol treatment to extract the absolute. Rose Absolute boasts a significantly higher concentration of fragrance and therapeutic properties compared to Rose Otto essential oil, necessitating its use in lower concentrations. It possesses a darker hue and exhibits a thicker, more viscous consistency than Rose Otto. At room temperature, rose absolute may solidify within the bottle but can be liquefied again with gentle warming in the hand. The production of rose absolute is associated with high costs, as it demands a substantial quantity of rose petals to yield a minimal amount of oil. Furthermore, the harvesting of these petals must be done manually at sunrise, when the oil yield is at its peak. Despite its cost, Rose is regarded as one of the most exquisite aromatherapy oils available. It offers notable benefits, particularly for the female reproductive system, addressing issues such as PMS, irregular menstrual cycles, menopausal symptoms, irritability, and mood swings. It is also commonly employed to alleviate anxiety and depression, and it boasts exceptional advantages for skincare. Rosa Centifolia contains up to 63% phenylethanol, making it sedative, aphrodisiac and bactericidal.
Botanical Name:
Rosa x centifolia L.
Extraction Method:
Solvent extraction
Product Color:
Light yellow color
Product Odour:
Intense and sweet
Viscosity:
High
Flash Point:
93.33 °C
Boiling Point:
176 °C
Specific Gravity:
0.8480-0.8610@25°C
Refractive Index:
1.45300-1.46400@20°C
Optical Rotation:
-7°to 11°
Usage Application:
Fragrance, Flavour, Pharma
FEMA Number:
2988
EINECS Number:
283-289-8
CAS Number
84604-12-6
Organic Available:
Yes
Kosher/Halal Available:
Both
Country of Origin:
India
Available Grades: *
A & B
Laboratory Testing: **
GCMS available, Chirality and Isotope testing upon request
Shelf Life:
24 Months
Storage:
Keep in tightly closed container in a cool and dry place.
Custom Bottel & Label:
Available
Toxicity:
Safety Overview: Possible presence of methyleugenol. Contraindications: No known contraindications.
Maximum Dermal Use Levels: EU: 0.025%, IFRA: 0.05%.
Regulatory Guidelines: This product is recognized as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
IFRA suggests a maximum concentration of 0.0004% methyleugenol in leave-on products like body lotions. The corresponding maximum from SCCNFP is 0.0002%
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EXISTING QUALITY GRADES *
Grade A: 100% Pure and Natural (P&N): no additives, most expensive, unaltered, costly.
Grade B: Near to Natural Oils (NNO): adulterated with natural components or similar oils, meeting various industry standards like ISO, C14, physical constants, organoleptic, and chirality. still relatively costly.
Grade C: Reconstituted Oils (RCO): blends of natural and synthetic, may not pass tests like C14 and chirality, they meet ordinary GCMS testing and ISO standards.
Grade D: Perfume Quality Oils (PQO): similar fragrances added to imitate original aroma Trained individuals, easily recognised, fails all tests. very inexpensive.
LABORATORY TESTING **
Standard testing is done by Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry.
About 60% of adulterated oils cannot be detected by standard testing.
Additional testing methods are Chirality Testing, Isomeric Testing, Marker Compound Testing, Component Ratio Evaluation and others.
Ask us if all or some of these tests have been performed for your selection of oils. We offer customs testing as needed for larger orders .
CAUTION
This product should be avoided during pregnancy and by individuals with sensitive skin. Can cause sensitization and shuld be used in very low concentrations. All Essential Oils are highly concentrated, and if applied to skin or body, should be diluted up to a maximum dosage of 4% within a suitable carrier oil.