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Rose Otto
Rosa damascena
- PLANT PART
- fresh flowers
- EXTRACTION
- steam distillation
- AROMA NOTE
- mid
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- Aroma intensity
- 80 / 100
- Note layer
- mid
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- Cited dermal maximum · leave-on
- 0.6%
- Phototoxicity
- Not flagged in this profile
- Oxidation risk
- medium
A cited maximum is a limit, not a suggested dilution. Missing restrictions do not establish safety.
No public source reviewed in this pass identified distilled Rosa damascena rose otto as a phototoxic oil.
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Inside the oil
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About this composition
This record is anchored to a directly readable Turkish Rosa damascena authenticity study that reports mean GC/MS composition for authentic Turkish rose oils. The profile remains citronellol-led with strong geraniol, nonadecane, nerol, and heneicosane support, and the paper states the chemistry conforms to standard rose-oil expectations.
| Constituent | Typical amount | Reported range | Chemical family | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citronellol | 34% | 34–34% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Citronellol 34.00 +/- 0.55%) |
| Geraniol | 18% | 18–18% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Geraniol 18.0 +/- 0.85%) |
| Nonadecane | 11.42% | 11.42–11.42% | alkane hydrocarbon | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Nonadecane 11.42 +/- 0.18%) |
| Nerol | 7.9% | 7.9–7.9% | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Nerol 7.9 +/- 0.16%) |
| Heneicosane | 3.91% | 3.91–3.91% | alkane hydrocarbon | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Heneicosane 3.91 +/- 0.74%) |
| 2-Phenylethanol | 1.4% | 1.4–1.4% | aromatic alcohol | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Phenylethyl alcohol 1.40 +/- 0.34%) |
| Methyleugenol | 2.15% | 2.15–2.15% | phenylpropanoid ether | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Methyl eugenol 2.15 +/- 0.35%) |
| Heptadecane | 2.1% | 2.1–2.1% | alkane hydrocarbon | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: Heptadecane 2.1 +/- 0.16%) |
| (9Z)-Nonadecene | 3.24% | 3.24–3.24% | alkene hydrocarbon | View sourceThe famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf (authentic oil composition table: 1-Nonadecene 3.24 +/- 0.36%; used here as the nonadecene marker reported for authentic Turkish rose oil) |
| Linalool | 1.14% | — | monoterpene alcohol | View sourceArabian J. Chem., GC-MS/MS volatile composition of Rosa damascena EO (57 cpds, 99.92%; arabjchem.org 'Assessing the volatile composition...Rosa damascena'), Table 1: linalool 1.14, citronellyl acetate 1.29, (E)-caryophyllene 1.15, eugenol 0.54, eicosane 2.51, pentadecane 0.74% |
| Citronellyl acetate | 1.29% | — | monoterpene ester | View sourceArabian J. Chem., GC-MS/MS volatile composition of Rosa damascena EO (57 cpds, 99.92%; arabjchem.org 'Assessing the volatile composition...Rosa damascena'), Table 1: linalool 1.14, citronellyl acetate 1.29, (E)-caryophyllene 1.15, eugenol 0.54, eicosane 2.51, pentadecane 0.74% |
| (E)-beta-Caryophyllene | 1.15% | — | sesquiterpene hydrocarbon | View sourceArabian J. Chem., GC-MS/MS volatile composition of Rosa damascena EO (57 cpds, 99.92%; arabjchem.org 'Assessing the volatile composition...Rosa damascena'), Table 1: linalool 1.14, citronellyl acetate 1.29, (E)-caryophyllene 1.15, eugenol 0.54, eicosane 2.51, pentadecane 0.74% |
| Eugenol | 0.54% | — | phenylpropanoid | View sourceArabian J. Chem., GC-MS/MS volatile composition of Rosa damascena EO (57 cpds, 99.92%; arabjchem.org 'Assessing the volatile composition...Rosa damascena'), Table 1: linalool 1.14, citronellyl acetate 1.29, (E)-caryophyllene 1.15, eugenol 0.54, eicosane 2.51, pentadecane 0.74% |
| Eicosane | 2.51% | — | n-alkane | View sourceArabian J. Chem., GC-MS/MS volatile composition of Rosa damascena EO (57 cpds, 99.92%; arabjchem.org 'Assessing the volatile composition...Rosa damascena'), Table 1: linalool 1.14, citronellyl acetate 1.29, (E)-caryophyllene 1.15, eugenol 0.54, eicosane 2.51, pentadecane 0.74% |
| Pentadecane | 0.74% | — | n-alkane | View sourceArabian J. Chem., GC-MS/MS volatile composition of Rosa damascena EO (57 cpds, 99.92%; arabjchem.org 'Assessing the volatile composition...Rosa damascena'), Table 1: linalool 1.14, citronellyl acetate 1.29, (E)-caryophyllene 1.15, eugenol 0.54, eicosane 2.51, pentadecane 0.74% |
Profile source: The famous Turkish rose essential oil: Characterization and authenticity monitoring by FTIR, Raman and GC-MS techniques combined with chemometrics; Rose Otto Essential Oil and Absolute: Uses, Benefits & Insights · https://avesis.yildiz.edu.tr/yayin/d16e79a9-4d31-403e-a7c5-c9d757dfadf9/the-famous-turkish-rose-essential-oil-characterization-and-authenticity-monitoring-by-ftir-raman-and-gcms-techniques-combined-with-chemometrics/document.pdf ; https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/rose-essential-oil-absolute-co2-extract.php
A TRADITION OF BOTANICAL CURIOSITY
Traditional & reported uses
These uses reflect the profile's reported traditions and literature. They are not established treatment recommendations.
- traditionally used in aromatherapy for calming, mood-uplifting, and emotionally supportive effects
- reported to support relaxation and ease occasional emotional tension or grief
- used in perfumery as a classic, prized rose heart note
- traditionally associated with romance and self-care ritual blends
- used in skin-care formulations for its soothing, luxurious reputation
For aromatherapy and wellness use only — not medical advice. Effect statements are traditional/reported associations, not treatment claims. The Synergy Rating scores blend craft, harmony and safety, not medical efficacy. Read the safety framework.
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- Odor intensity 80 is an archive normalization from AromaWeb's qualitative aroma-strength language ('quite concentrated' and 'a little goes a long way') rather than a native published 0-100 metric.