Rose de mai 100 %
Volume : 3ml / 6ml / 10ml
Harvest region : France
Parts used : Flower
About the product
Rosaceae, rose genus, annual shrub plant, native to Persia and now cultivated in France and Morocco. The pink flowers are composed of numerous overlapping petals, giving it's nickname "thousand-leaf rose".
Rose de mai are abundant in Grasse, a French town situated in the Mediterranean Sea and the Alps. The area is known as the "perfume capital" and its climate and soil composition are very conducive to the growth of Rose de mai. The essential oils
produced is regarded as one of the highest quality therefore the oil is also named Grasse Rose de mai essential oil.
The yield of Grasse Rose de mai can easily be negatively impacted by poor weather and climate. The flowers bloom in May
every year, with the flowering period lasting only 3 weeks and releases it's fragrance at night. Harvesters needs to work tirelessly
and hand-pluck the flowers by sunrise, and steam distill immediately to extract the aromatic, high quality essential oil.
The scent of Grasse Rose de mai essential oil is multi-layered and varied. Within it's velvety rose aroma are notes of honey and
fruit. The essential oil is thick and only a small amount needs to be used for desired effects.
It is rich in vitamins A, C, B, E, K, tannic acid and carotene and is an indispensable essential oil for anti-aging. It can strengthen
the skin, increasing elasticity, brightens and rejuvenates, and is suitable for all skin types (except acne).
Grasse Rose de mai is known as the queen of flowers due to its special affinity for the female private areas, and provides cleansing, conditioning and smoothing benefits.
With its astringent properties, it is helpful for women at every stage from teenage to menopausal. It is also treasured for mature
men, and it helps enhance intimacy and emotional bond between the sexes.
With it's sweet and aromatic frangrance, it can help provide a romantic atmosphere, is soothing, reduce anxiety and bring a sense
of calmness.
Usage : face, body
How to use : Face : add 1 drop to 15-20 drops of carrier oil and apply to the face and neck (those with sensitive skin may use
more carrier oil)
Body : add 2 drops to 20-30 drops of carrier oil and apply to the breast/ chest, tummy, waist, and inner thigh/ arms
Blends well with : jasmin, neroli, sandalwood, lavender, clary sage, bergamot and ylang ylang for synergistic effects
Precautionary advice : do not use on the body during pregnancy and monthly periods.