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Rose Extract
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract · Rosa Damascena Flower WaterSoothing
Flower extract or distilled rose water. Mild humectant; the marketing claims usually exceed the evidence.
What it does
Rose extract is most often the distilled rose-petal water rather than a concentrated active extract. It contributes a small humectant effect and a recognizable scent. The 'rose for aging concerns' claims are generally not well-supported. Rose extract can be a fragrance allergen for some users — citronellol, geraniol, and eugenol from rose are on the EU's 26-fragrance-allergen list.
The evidence, graded
moderateCommon sensitivity and contact-allergy triggers in skincare include fragrance (the most-cited cosmetic allergen), essential oils, denatured alcohol, and certain preservatives (methylisothiazolinone, formaldehyde-releasers). Patch test new products on the inner forearm for 48–72 hours before face-wide use.Warshaw 2020 · Dermatitis ↗
Graded per the methodology: strong · moderate · emerging · expert consensus. A weak source on a strong claim gets the weaker label.
Also known as
rosa damascena, rose flower extract
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