--- title: "Isparta Rose Water: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects | Herbadex" description: "The fragrant water left from distilling Isparta roses. Traditionally used as a skin cleanser and toner; food-grade rose water also flavours desserts." language: en url: https://herbadex.com/en/herb/isparta-rose-water/ source: Herbadex (https://herbadex.com) --- [Floral Water](https://herbadex.com/en/form/floral-water/) # Isparta Rose Water Rosa damascena T Traditional use The fragrant water left from distilling Isparta roses. Traditionally used as a skin cleanser and toner; food-grade rose water also flavours desserts. [Skin & Hair](https://herbadex.com/en/for/skin-hair/) [Sleep, Stress & Mood](https://herbadex.com/en/for/sleep-stress/) Image: Herbadex Botanik Stüdyosu · Özel Üretim Pregnancy **Generally safe** Breastfeeding **Generally safe** Children **Generally safe** Drug interactions **No recorded interactions** ## At a glance Isparta rose water is the water left from steam-distilling Rosa damascena flowers for rose oil, with traces of essential oil. It is traditionally used as a skin toner and mild cleanser and as a cooling compress around the eyes. The EMA rose flower assessment covers dried flowers for mouth and throat inflammation and does not include rose water. **Parts used:** flowers **Key constituents:** Phenylethyl Alcohol, Citronellol & Geraniol (traces), Flavonoids Updated: October 15, 2026 ℹ Compiled from standard pharmacognosy references and clinical literature summaries where no formal EMA monograph exists. ## What is it used for? - T Traditional use Traditionally used for cleansing the skin and as a toner. \[1\] - C Laboratory / animal evidence The calming effect of rose scent has been studied in small trials and animal experiments. \[1\] ## How is it used? ### Topical Apply to clean skin with cotton as a toner or spray on the face. **Amount:** 1–2 times daily \[1\] ### Food Add a few drops of food-grade rose water to desserts and sherbets. **Amount:** In cooking \[1\] ## Safety & interactions - Cosmetic and food-grade rose water differ; use only food-grade in food. - Products with added alcohol or preservatives may sting sensitive skin. - Do not drop it into the eyes for infection or redness; see a doctor. \[1\] ### Drug interactions No recorded interactions ### Side effects - Rarely skin irritation #### ⚕ When to see a doctor - If high fever, shortness of breath or purulent/bloody phlegm develops - If symptoms do not improve within 1–2 weeks or worsen - If severe abdominal pain, jaundice, rash or allergic reaction occurs ## Did you know? Roses are picked early in the morning, just before they open, when their scent is strongest. \[1\] ## Frequently asked questions When should rose water be applied? As a toner after washing your face, morning and evening. Can rose water be drunk? Food-grade rose water is used in small amounts in desserts and sherbets. Can rose water be used as eye drops? Not recommended. See an eye doctor for eye complaints; it can be used as a compress over closed eyes. ## Sources 1. [Trease and Evans Pharmacognosy (16th Edition)](https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780702029332/trease-and-evans-pharmacognosy) Elsevier Health Sciences · 2009 ### Cite This Page Isparta Rose Water (Rosa damascena). 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