Rose Essential Oil
Rose oil is an oil derived from roses (plant genus Rosa) used in aromatherapy and romance. The essential oil appears to be rich in Citronellol, and preliminary evidence suggests sedative, stress relieving, and anti-depressive effects from the aroma.
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What it is
Rose oil is an oil derived from roses (plant genus Rosa) used in aromatherapy and romance. The essential oil appears to be rich in Citronellol, and preliminary evidence suggests sedative, stress relieving, and anti-depressive effects from the aroma.
Key findings
- Grade C: Blood Pressure
- Grade C: Breathing Rate
- Grade C: Cortisol (Skin Health)
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Rose Essential Oil
Quick Facts: Rose Essential Oil
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:3
- Research Outcomes:7
- Key Effect:Mood Improvement
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
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Research Citations (4)
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