Organic Greek Rose Essential Oil | Softening · Restorative · Soothing
Organic Greek Rose Essential Oil | Softening · Restorative · Soothing
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A rare Greek rose essential oil, steam-distilled from fresh Rosa damascena blossoms grown in Kozani. Bright, fresh, and unmistakably rose, this oil is traditionally valued for its calming and heart-centering aromatic presence. Best experienced through diffusion or inhalation, it offers gentle emotional support and a sense of grounding without overwhelming the senses.
The Story
Rose has been woven into Greek life, myth, and medicine for thousands of years — a flower of devotion, beauty, and emotional depth. From Homer’s Iliad to ancient temple rites, rose was never merely ornamental; it was symbolic, medicinal, and sacred.
Our Greek Rose Essential Oil comes from Rosa damascena, organically cultivated and distilled in Kozani, a region known for its deep-rooted rose tradition. Fresh blossoms are harvested at their peak and gently steam-distilled, yielding a rare oil with a bright yet grounded aroma — unmistakably rose, alive rather than heavy.
Historical notes:
It is thought that Rosa damascena arrived in Greece from Persia, as a result of spreading across Asia Minor. This is also reflected in the etymology of the word ‘rose’. It is thought that the name of the flower stems from Old English ‘rōse’ from the Latin ‘rosa’, which in turn comes from Greek ‘rhódon’ (‘ρόδον’) meaning ‘red’, itself borrowed from Old Persian wrd- (wurdi).
Both Greek and Roman mythology is full of rose related stories. It seems that it has all started from a ‘lifeless body’ of a nymph being found by Chloris (goddess of flowers and spring), who with a bit of help from Zephyrus (the keeper of the west wind), Apollo (god of healing and medicine), Aphrodite (who added beauty), Dionysus (who added a nectar of intoxicating aroma)transformed it into a flower. Once the three Graces further bestowed upon the blossom the gifts of charm, joy, and splendour, Aphrodite named the flower Rose and dedicated it to her son, Eros, the god of love.
Undoubtedly, roses were known to Greeks almost three thousand years ago! The legendary poet, Homer (born ~ 800 B.C.), wrote in his famous ‘Iliad’ that the body of Hector (Trojan prince and the greatest fighter for Troy) was anointed with rose before his burial.
Production of the rose oil was introduced to Bulgaria and Turkish Empire in the 15th century.
Size: 3ml
The Ritual
The Ritual
Inhalation / Vapourisation:
- We all know rose oil is rather precious but sometimes we deserve a bit of a treat, especially when stress levels are high! Enjoy this gorgeous rose oil diffused with some Lavender, Mandarin or Sweet Orange. Two, three drops will be enough for a medium sized room. Experiment to find your perfect blend!
- Vaporise in your bedroom for insomnia and anxiety.
Skin applications:
-For a soothing face creamand any inflammatory skin conditions - add together with our Blue chamomile, Helichrysum and/or Lavender essential oil to an unscented face cream
- For a ‘mature & dry’ skin face cream– add together with our Lavender and Frankincense essential oils to some unscented face cream
-For symptoms associated with PMS or menopause –blend with Lavender and dilute in a fixed oil (carrier oil) and put in a small roll-on bottle. Spread onto your wrists, behind your ears or temples. A similar blend could be used for a body massage.
The Benefits
The Benefits
• Supports emotional balance and nervous system regulation
• Encourages calm, reassurance, and a sense of inner safety
• Traditionally associated with easing anxiety, tension, and emotional overwhelm
• Creates a grounding, heart-opening atmosphere without overstimulation
• Suitable for moments of stress, insomnia, or emotional sensitivity
• Ideal for ritual use, meditation, breathwork, and evening wind-down
Traditional Aromatherapy Uses:
Traditionally in aromatherapy treatments rose oil is associated with the following therapeutic properties: analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, anxiolytic, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, choleretic, cicatrisant, emmenagogue,haemostatic, hepatic, laxative, sedative, stomachic, tonic (heart, uterus)
Qualified aromatherapists may use rose oil for common complaints such as:
skin conditions: inflammatory conditions, redness, broken capillaries, suitable forall skin types, in particular dry, sensitive and mature
nervous tension and stress related conditions: insomnia, depression, anxiety, palpitations
female reproductive issues: menstrual irregularities and cramps
others
The Ingredients
The Ingredients
100% pure Greek Rose (Rosa damascena) Essential Oil
Steam distilled from fresh rose blossoms
Organically cultivated
No additives, no dilution, no fragrance compounds
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