--- title: "Rose Oil: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects | Herbadex" description: "Distilled from Damask roses, one of the world's most precious essential oils. Small aromatherapy studies suggest it may help ease anxiety." language: en url: https://herbadex.com/en/herb/rose-oil/ source: Herbadex (https://herbadex.com) --- [Essential Oil](https://herbadex.com/en/form/essential-oil/) # Rose Oil Rosa damascena B Limited clinical evidence Distilled from Damask roses, one of the world's most precious essential oils. Small aromatherapy studies suggest it may help ease anxiety. [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 **Caution** Breastfeeding **Caution** Children **Caution** Drug interactions **No recorded interactions** ## At a glance Rose oil is steam-distilled from Rosa damascena flowers; about 3–4 tonnes of petals are needed for 1 kg of oil. In small clinical studies, inhaling rose oil helped ease anxiety and stress; study quality is limited. Diluted, it is also used in skin care. **Parts used:** essential-oil **Key constituents:** Citronellol, Geraniol, 2-Phenylethanol 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? - B Limited clinical evidence Small aromatherapy studies suggest inhaling it may help ease anxiety and stress. \[2\] - T Traditional use Diluted, it is traditionally used to care for dry skin. \[2\] ## How is it used? ### Inhalation Put 1–2 drops on a diffuser or tissue and inhale. **Amount:** As needed \[2\] ### Topical Add at most 1–2 drops to 10 ml of carrier oil and apply to skin. **Amount:** Once daily \[2\] ## Safety & interactions **⚠ External use only** - Do not apply undiluted or swallow essential oil; keep out of reach of children. - Pure rose oil is very expensive; synthetic or diluted imitations are common. - May redden sensitive skin; patch-test first. \[2\] \[1\] ### Drug interactions No recorded interactions ### Side effects - Skin irritation or allergy - Headache from strong scent #### ⚕ 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? Isparta in Turkey supplies a large share of the world's rose oil; about 3–4 tonnes of roses are picked for 1 kg of oil. \[2\] ## Frequently asked questions Does rose oil help stress? Small studies saw inhaling it ease anxiety; evidence is limited. Rose oil vs rose water? Rose oil is the concentrated essential oil separated during distillation; rose water is the watery part with very little oil. Can rose oil be swallowed? No, essential oils are not for drinking. ## Sources 1. [Herbs at a Glance: Evidence-Based Fact Sheets on Botanical Products](https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/herbsataglance) NIH NCCIH · 2024 2. [Trease and Evans Pharmacognosy (16th Edition)](https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780702029332/trease-and-evans-pharmacognosy) Elsevier Health Sciences · 2009 ### Cite This Page Rose Oil (Rosa damascena). Herbadex — Doğal Şifa Rehberi (2026). https://herbadex.com/en/herb/rose-oil/ ## Related guides and comparisons - [How to Prepare Herbal Tea](https://herbadex.com/en/guide/how-to-prepare-herbal-tea/) - [How to Use Essential Oils Safely](https://herbadex.com/en/guide/essential-oil-safety/) - [Herbal Products and Drug Interactions](https://herbadex.com/en/guide/herb-drug-interactions/) ## On this page At a glance What is it used for? How is it used? Safety & interactions Did you know? Frequently asked questions Sources Related herbs ## Related herbs ### [Isparta Rose Water](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/isparta-rose-water/) T Traditional use Rosa damascena The fragrant water left from distilling Isparta roses. Traditionally used as a skin cleanser and toner; food-grade rose water also flavours desserts. 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