rosa damascena flower water

**Rosa damascena flower water** is a hydrosol produced by the distillation of fresh *Rosa damascena* petals with water. Its primary constituents include phenethyl alcohol, geraniol, and β-citronellol, with notable antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties[3][5]. It has been used for centuries in medicinal, cosmetic, and culinary applications, including topical use for skin irritation, oral intake for digestive health, and inhalation for its mood-enhancing effects[1][2][4][7]. Mechanistically, its bioactive compounds inhibit enzymes harmful to skin (elastase, collagenase), promote the production of bile for digestion, and may interact with neural pathways involved in mood and sleep regulation[1][4][7].

Other names

rose waterdamask rose flower waterdamask rose hydrosol