The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box

Rose oil is the best skin food and nourisher you can find, especially for those of us with dry skin. It has been used in beauty and skincare across the Northern Hemisphere for millennia, and we still use it widely. Modern research supports that it can help relieve the symptoms associated with anxiety and depression, but also that it can help whip our skin into shape when we introduce it regularly into our skincare routine.

Imagine putting a product on your face that can also help you FEEL more relaxed throughout your day. We show you how to use rose oil benefits in Cleansers, Moisturizers, Serums, Masques, and Lip Conditioners to create the Ultimate Rose Beauty Box.

Rose Essential Oil - What's All the Hype About?

How Many Roses?

We all know that most articles on Rose oil start with "How many roses does it take to make one liter of Rose essential oil"?

It's FIVE tons, by the way. Yes, FIVE whole tons. That's many roses.

No wonder it is such a beloved and precious commodity, coveted by all lucky enough to have a sacred bottle squirreled away in their oils box. 

Global Use Of The Rose Through Ancient History

The modern use of roses in beauty care is not a new thing; in fact, it is a very ancient practice.

Rose essential oil has been used for beauty treatments and to treat health conditions for millennia.

They have found evidence of fossilized roses dating back around 35 million years, making you ponder what early man and settlers used them for. Fossils have shown that the rose originated in Central Asia, and we know that it was cultivated for its wonderful fragrance and properties by these early civilizations. 

Roses are beloved worldwide, and there are around 150 species, mostly originating from the Northern Hemisphere. Of course, there are now countless cultivars nurtured and pruned to perfection in our gardens across the globe. 

The Historical Use Of Roses

Evidence shows that the Chinese, Egyptians, and Romans started to grow the rose widely for cultivation approximately 5000 years ago.

The gardeners of the Han dynasty were so beloved that their rose gardens threatened to take over farming land required for food. They were completely obsessed with the roses' beauty and fragrance. 

We know, too, that the Incas used Roses in various ways, using them as a cure-all remedy for maladies and afflictions. 

I know how many ways I use fresh and dried roses, Rosewater, and essential oil; what about you? 

Flower of Love

We all know that the rose is the flower associated with love, especially red roses, but how did that come about?

Both Greek and Roman Mythology tell of how Aphrodite/Venus, when trying to save her love, Adonis, pricked her foot on a white rose, and her blood turned red. Then Aphrodite used her tears of grief to water the rose, where it flourished and multiplied into many more scarlet roses.

Legendary are the orgastic parties of the Romans, who filled their bed-chambers with soft pillowy clouds of rose petals for their decadent and fragrant frolics.

Billions of red roses are still sold every year across the globe on Valentine's Day. Many readers like myself would rather be given a bottle of Rose essential oil instead. I must posit that theory to my husband for next year.

Ritual Use

Roses have played an important part in ritual use across the millennia and back into the annals of time. Proffered at altars by the Greeks and Romans and used in the incense at temples of Abyssinia, ancient Persia, and across India.

Even today, roses play a part in ritual offerings, altar decorations, and church flower arrangements across the modern world.

So revered are they that they are used in life's most important celebrations, from births, christenings, marriages, birthdays, and of course, a funeral at the end of our fragrant lives. No other flower is used as widely as our precious rose. 

The Modern Use Of Rose Essential Oil

Modern Research into Using Rose Essential Oil to Alleviate Anxiety and Depression

One of the modern ways to use Rose essential oil is being thoroughly researched. Scientists are finding that chemical constituents in Rose essential oil can help to alleviate anxiety and potentially reduce the symptoms of depression.

Certainly, I have been using it for many years, especially at times. It feels supportive and gives you the courage to face the day and process the emotions that life is healthily bringing to the surface without feeling overwhelmed.

Phytomed (2017) concluded, 'Different therapeutic properties of rose oil have been investigated in human studies, and the most important of them are analgesic and anti-depressant activities. No side effects have been reported from rose oil in investigated human studies.'

Hongratanaworakit (2009) also concluded, 'These findings are likely to represent a relaxing effect of the rose oil and provide some evidence for the use of rose oil in aromatherapy, such as causing relief of depression and stress in humans.’

It is promising that science is starting to support what Aromatherapists have known for years. Rose is a wonderful oil for a client experiencing stress, anxiety, or depression.

Using Rose Essential Oil with Trauma 

Developing a range of vibrational essences and essential oils made it apparent that Rose essential oil (and essence) always jumped to the fore when I was formulating preparations where there was any underlying trauma.

Liz would have plenty to say about using Rose essential oil with trauma. I am sure she covers it in depth in her book Rose - Goddess Medicine for those interested in learning more.

I have been developing a vibrational essence with essential oils designed for people who experience PTSD. We are not the only ones supporting Rose essential oil in trauma care.

When asked, "How could essential oils possibly help with PTSD?" Vancouver EMDR Therapy says;

"Essential oils directly impact the brain's limbic system. The limbic system is where the amygdala is stored. This region of the brain activates our fight and flight response. When people have been traumatized, the region of the brain is the most affected. Essential oils are a catalyst for healing from the perspective of mind-body energetics."

Suppose you have been following the work done using the direct inhalation method of essential oils. In that case, you will see how essential oils can very effectively have a positive impact on the limbic system.

Rose Essential Oil is a Women's Best Friend

There is rising evidence that Rose is beneficial to women in numerous ways.

It has historically been used as uterine support and a purifier to keep it functioning beautifully and regulate menstruation with its emmenagogue actions. This means the chemical constituents in Rose essential oil stimulate the hormone secretions, which then trigger menstruation—making it particularly beneficial to those who suffer irregular periods.

Aromatherapists use essential oil to help relieve symptoms of PMS with its antispasmodic actions. It has also alleviated restlessness, bloating, and menstrual pain.

Uysal (2016) found that using Rose essential oil 'may be beneficial for pain relief in individuals with primary dysmenorrhea.' (Painful periods).

Aromatherapists are turning to it time and again to alleviate the symptoms of menopause. Won Lee (2021) found that inhaling Lavender and a low dose of Neroli was also beneficial.

As we know, it is widely used in stress relief and is perfect for use with insomnia related to stress and anxiety.

We know that the rose symbolizes the language of love in flowers. Still, there is some rhyme to its reason as its chemical constituents also have aphrodisiac effects, increasing libido and reducing the symptoms of some sexual dysfunctions.

Rose essential oil is also perfect for feeling more balanced, relaxed, and uplifted. 

Benefits of Using Rose Essential Oil

Skin

I always call Rose 'Skin Food' as its deeply nourishing qualities seem to support your skin health. It is one essential oil that appears in my skincare more regularly than most with my sensitive, dry/combination skin type.

It is renowned for its healing essence and powerful blend of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and antiseptic properties. It is a refreshing and regenerative tonic for your skin. The complex mix of antioxidants in rose oil helps heal and improve the quality of your skin.

Its astringent properties tone and lift the skin and help to contract muscles; wonderful for smoothing the skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Who doesn't want nice smooth skin?

Citricasant (wound healing) and antioxidant actions can help to reduce the potential formation of scars and help marks on the skin fade more quickly. This essential oil can be used for pox, acne scars, and stretch marks. It works hard to refine the appearance of the skin.

Rose Oil has deeply nourishing properties which can assist your skin to the picture of health in no time. Used regularly, this essential oil helps replenish your skin, leaving your complexion bouncier, brighter, and more luminous.

Physical

There are many and varied physical benefits from using rose essential oil as it has many actions from the various chemical constituents.

Aromatherapists use rose essential oil to bring down fevers associated with inflammation, which is useful in treating arthritis, rheumatism, and gout.

It is an effective antiseptic and an elegant and fragrant way to stop your cut from getting infected! It also has antiviral and bactericidal effects, so a good one to pop into the first aid kit.

Rose has antispasmodic properties and can help relieve muscular spasms and convulsions. Its hepatic actions support the strength and health of the liver; stomachic actions support stomach health, soothing inflammation and reducing acid. Its laxative effects are the nicest way to make yourself…well….go!

So powerful is Rose as a natural healing agent that Mileva (2021) concluded that:

'Rose essential oils and extracts with their therapeutic properties-as respiratory antiseptics, anti-inflammatories, mucolytics, expectorants, decongestants, and antioxidants-are able to act as symptomatic prophylactics and drugs, and in this way, alleviate dramatic sufferings during severe diseases.'

Boskabady (2011) found that rose essential oil had hypnotic, analgesic, and anticonvulsant effects. He also found respiratory, cardiovascular, laxative, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, anti-HIV, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. 

Mental

We have already touched on how science is finding that rose essential oil is a very effective agent for relieving some symptoms related to anxiety and depression.

Aromatherapists everywhere strongly advocate using Rose in this particular modality to relax, calm and help with emotional processing.

Hongratanaworakit, in his 2009 study, concluded that 'These findings are likely to represent a relaxing effect of the rose oil and provide some evidence for the use of rose oil in aromatherapy, such as causing relief of depression and stress in humans. It is big news that science supports the theory.

My experience with Rose is more on the ethereal emotional spectrum.

Emotional

It is a wonderful go-to if someone is very emotional and cannot stop crying; rose essential oil will calm you and help prevent those tears. It adds a little Valerian if the emotion is connected to shock or grief.

I have used it intensively to help people process emotions and memories, especially those related to abandonment, abuse, and trauma. Remember how effective essential oils are upon our limbic system?

Roses, generally, are deeply connected to the heart and our heart center. It can help us naturally bring out the feelings and essence of love and romance, especially if it has not felt safe for you to open your heart. It can help you connect to others more readily and develop trust.

We use phrases like it is 'all coming up roses' or to have a 'rosy glow' to foster that place of love, comfort, and something beautiful. Rose essential oil can bring in optimism and make us feel full of joy and hope.

It is useful for those who have not felt comfortable with intimacy and need a bit of a comfort blanket. Just the aroma itself can cause arousal and boost the libido, but often for some, they need to feel it is safe to do that, and rose is the perfect companion to hold your hand (because having your best friend there to do it is …. well….. just weird)!

Spiritual

Rose vibrates at a high frequency, and science measures it at 320MHz. Using roses internally by consuming rose petals and hips as food and externally as hydrosols, essential oils, herbal elixirs, and essences is a potent way to raise the vibrational frequency.

Attaining a higher vibration can help you achieve deeper meditations and can help you connect with source energy/God. Whatever your belief system, you can introduce rose to your spiritual practice.

Use fresh and dried roses, hydrosol, and essential oil in your religious practices and spiritual rituals, just as they have been used globally for millennia. Retrace the steps of men and women through the centuries and use roses for a love potion or a petition to heal women's ailments, to name just a couple.

Or pop it on your skin to feel and look like a Queen!

Can I Use Rose Fragrance Oil?

Well, yes, you can use fragrance oil.

However, you will have NONE of the benefits listed above, it will just smell nice, and that is about it.

I sometimes use a fragrance oil alongside an essential oil to boost scent. But with Rose, I would still opt for promoting it with Rose Geranium first.

Surely you deserve to treat yourself to the real thing for your Ultimate Rose Beauty Box?

What Is In The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box

I have developed a range of glorious products and some brand-new recipes for you to try out for your Ultimate Rose Beauty Box.

Cleanser

Perfect for cleaning your skin and lifting away the day's dirt and grime, beautifully light and fluid. You can wipe or wash this off, whatever is your preference.

Helichrysum is a wonderful skin healer, and Cypress is great for those of you who sit in front of computer screens all day and absorb all those positive ions that make your skin look dull and lifeless. 

Toner

This is a wonderfully refreshing toner with Witch Hazel and Rosewater.

I know this will be contentious, but I don't wipe mine off; I use a spray bottle, spray my face and let it dry off a tad before applying my moisturizer.

You need to exercise caution if you are not using a proprietary dispersant because as you reach the end of the bottle, the oils can float on top of the fluid, and all you are left with is the oils, which can sting a bit. I top mine back up before it gets to that point. 

Moisturizer

This is a light, absorbent moisturizer because I cannot stand anything that feels sticky or claggy on my skin. You can rub this in and are good to go in a few minutes.

It might be light as a feather, but it is deeply nourishing and leaves your skin soft and velvety.

It makes the perfect base over which to apply makeup. 

Serum

This is a wonderfully nourishing serum suitable for your face and around the eyes. Perfect for helping to reduce those fine lines and wrinkles and make the skin appear plumper and more refined. 

Masque

This might be a new one for you, a two-part masque. A clay-based powder that you mix with a vial of fluid gorgeousness. It creates an amazing masque with your skin singing like angels in no time and looking and feeling like heaven on Earth.  

Lip Balm/Conditioner

Many of us neglect our lips and maybe give them a quick slick when we moisturize our faces. The skin on our lips differs from our faces, requiring more specialized care. This Lip Conditioner contains everything you need for perfectly plump and kissable lips. 

Swap Box

This is your box; you can make it up as you wish. Here are some other ideas with links to full tutorials. 

Night Cream

Want something more luxurious, thicker, and nourishing for your skin at night? Pop over to How To Make Night Cream With Essential Oils.

Body Butter

Body butter is deeply nourishing for the skin, high in nutrients from cosmetic butter and carrier oils. If this is for you, pop over to How To Make Body Butter With Essential Oils.

Body Lotion

Light and easily absorbed, this is the perfect choice for those who like to shower and run. Pop on over to How to Make Body Lotion With Essential Oils.

Hand Cream 

Gorgeousness for your hands, thick, unctuous, and perfect for bringing your hands some comfort and cosseting. If your hands need some love pop over to How To Make Hand Cream With Essential Oils.

Whipped Exfoliating Body Scrub

We loved this video from Whole Elise on How To Make Whipped Exfoliating Body Scrub and thought it would be perfect for sharing with you. It is easily achieved at home and brings a new dimension to your bath and beauty care regime. 

Skin Care Recipes with Rose Essential Oil

I have developed and designed luscious Rose essential oil recipes that will suit most skin types, particularly those with dry and sensitive skin. 

Clarity Cleanser

The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box - Clarity Cleanser
Equipment Safety
  1. Bottle with lid (100ml), preferably dark colored
  2. Non-reactive mixing bowl or measuring jug
  3. Measuring spoons
  4. Stainless steel spoon
  5. Stainless steel funnel
  6. Label

Do not use it in the first 37 weeks of pregnancy.

Grapefruit Specific -Not suitable for use for people who have platelet disorders or are on blood thinning medication. It is suggested you cease use of grapefruit essential oil 48 hours before any planned surgery.

Ingredients
40 ml
Aqueous Cream
20ml
Glycerine
35ml
Rosewater or Spring Water
½ tsp
Rosehip Carrier Oil
Essential Oils
3% dilution rate = 60 drops
30 drops of
Rose Otto
Essential Oil
(Rosa damascena)
15 drops of
Grapefruit
Essential Oil
(Citrus paradisi)
10 drops of
Helichrysum
Essential Oil
(Helichrysum splendida)
5 drops of
Cypress
Essential Oil
(Cupressus sempervirens)
Method:
    1. Measure out all of the ingredients and combine into a measuring jug
    2. Mix thoroughly
    3. Add the essential oils
    4. Mix well again
    5. Use a funnel to decant into the 100ml bottle
    6. Label clearly and accurately with ingredients listed and date for safety reasons.
How to Use:
    • Always do a 24-hour patch test on your inner elbow or wrist before applying it to your face.
    • Apply in gentle upward motions, massaging gently into the skin across the face, neck and decolletage, avoiding the eye area.
    • Leave on for a minute or so and remove with a cotton wool ball or rinse off with warm water and a soft cloth.
    • If the product gets in your eyes, rinse well. If irritation occurs - seek medical advice taking the labeled container with you.

Tremendous Toner

The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box - Tremendous Toner
Equipment Safety
  1. Spray Bottle (100ml), preferably dark colored
  2. Non-reactive mixing bowl or measuring jug
  3. Measuring spoons
  4. Stainless steel spoon
  5. Stainless steel funnel
  6. Label

Do not use it in the first 37 weeks of pregnancy.

Grapefruit Specific -Not suitable for use for people who have platelet disorders or are on blood thinning medication. It is suggested you cease use of grapefruit essential oil 48 hours before any planned surgery.

Ingredients
30ml
Witch Hazel
30ml
Rose Water
15ml
Orange Flower Water
25ml
Glycerine
Optional: 1% preservative - Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Essential Oils
3% dilution rate = 60 drops
30 drops of
Rose Otto
Essential Oil
(Rosa damascena)
10 drops of
Neroli
Absolute
(Citrus aurantium)
10 drops of
Frankincense
Essential Oil
(Boswellia serrata)
10 drops of
Grapefruit
Essential Oil
(Citrus paradisi)
Method:
    1. In a non-reactive container or measuring jug, mix your fluids to a volume of 100ml/3.38 fl oz/
    2. Add your essential oils - following the safety data percentages recommended.
    3. Gently stir to combine until they are thoroughly mixed.
    4. You can decant the mixture using a stainless steel funnel in your container.
    5. Prime the spray pump and ensure that the dispenser is working correctly.
    6. Label clearly with all ingredients listed and date for safety reasons.
How to Use:
    • Use that priming pump spray and use it for your 24-hour patch test on your inner elbow/wrist.
    • Wait for the result; if satisfactory, continue use.
    • Spray liberally over the face, with the eyes closed, either wipe off or allow to dry.
    • You can also use this in a necked bottle and pour a little out onto a cotton pad and wipe gently over the skin.
    • If the product gets in your eyes, rinse well. If irritation occurs - seek medical advice taking the labeled container with you.

Marvelous Moisturizer

The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box - Marvelous Moisturizer
Equipment Safety
  1. Measuring Scales
  2. Non-reactive mixing bowl
  3. Stainless steel spoon
  4. Measuring Jug
  5. Measuring spoons
  6. Jars and Lids
  7. Labels
Do not use it in the first 37 weeks of pregnancy
Ingredients
100g (4 Oz) Water based cream base or Aqueous cream 1 tbsp. Glycerin 1 tbsp. Camellia Carrier Oil
(Jojoba is a good substitute here)
1 tsp Witch Hazel
½ tsp Hyaluronic Acid 25 ml (0.85 FL Oz) Rose Geranium Hydrosol or Rosewater 50 ml (1.69 FL Oz) Spring Water (bottled or boiled) 1% preservative - Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Essential Oils
3% dilution rate = 100 drops
40 drops of
Rose Otto
Essential Oil
(Rosa damascena)
30 drops of
Ylang Ylang
Essential Oil
(Cananga odorata)
20 drops of
Cardamom
Essential Oil
(Elettaria cardamomum)
10 drops of
Vanilla
Absolute
(Vanilla planifolia)
Method:
    1. Read when you need to add your preservative according to the manufacturer's instructions and note when to do that, so you do not forget to add it.
    2. Weigh out your aqueous cream or water-based cream and place it into the mixing bowl.
    3. Add in your carrier oil and the hyaluronic acid and mix well until thoroughly combined.
    4. In your measuring jug, measure the hydrosol, add the spring water, and mix the fluids.
    5. Add the witch hazel and glycerin into the water mixture, and mix well again.
    6. Slowly pour a small amount of the fluid mixture into the aqueous cream base in the mixing bowl, and combine well with the spoon. Then continue to add the fluid mixture in small amounts until the desired consistency is obtained.
    7. If you feel it is too thick at this stage, add more spring water, and combine well until the desired consistency is reached.
    8. Add in your essential oils carefully and stir well until thoroughly combined.
    9. You may find pouring this mixture from the bowl into the cleaned measuring jug to fill your jars easier.
    10. Lid immediately.
    11. Label clearly with all ingredients listed and date for safety reasons.
How to Use:
    • Always do a 24-hour patch test on your inner elbow or wrist before applying it to your face.
    • Apply in gentle upward motions, massaging gently into the skin across the face, neck and decolletage, avoiding the eye area.
    • If the product gets in your eyes, rinse well. If irritation occurs - seek medical advice taking the labeled container with you.

Sensational Serum

The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box - Sensational Serum
Equipment Safety
  1. Pump container for the final product (50ml), preferably dark colored
  2. Non-reactive mixing bowl or measuring jug
  3. Stainless steel spoon
  4. Stainless steel funnel
Do not use it in the first 37 weeks of pregnancy.
Ingredients
5ml of Rosehip Carrier Oil 20ml Argan Carrier Oil 20 ml of Jojoba Carrier Oil ½ tsp of Glycerin -.
You can swap out 10ml of the Jojoba Oil for 10ml of Tamanu Oil but only do that if you have a blemish-prone skin type.
Essential Oils
3% dilution rate = 30 drops
10 drops of
Rose Otto
Essential Oil
(Rosa damascena)
10 drops of
Rose Geranium
Essential Oil
(Pelargonium asperum var roseum)
5 drops of
Patchouli
Essential Oil
(Pogostemon cablin)
5 drops of
Roman Chamomile
Essential Oil
(Anthemis nobilis L.)
Method:
    1. In a non-reactive container or measuring jug, mix your chosen carrier oils to a volume of 45ml/1.52fl Oz/3tbsp
    2. Add your essential oils - following the safety data percentages recommended.
    3. Gently stir to combine the two oils until they are thoroughly combined.
    4. Add 1/2 tsp of glycerin and stir gently again until thoroughly combined.
    5. You can decant the mixture using a stainless steel funnel in your container.
    6. Prime the pump and ensure that the dispenser is working correctly.
    7. Label clearly with all ingredients listed and date for safety reasons.
How to Use:
    • Use that priming pump and use it for your 24-hour patch test on your inner elbow/wrist.
    • Wait for the result; if satisfactory, remember to wait 48 hours between each application as your skin gets used to it. Then use and enjoy all the tremendous benefits that will surely follow.
    • Apply in gentle upward motions, massaging gently into the skin across the face, neck and decolletage, avoiding the eye area.
    • If the product gets in your eyes, rinse well. If irritation occurs - seek medical advice taking the labeled container with you.

Magical Masque

The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box - Magical Masque
Equipment Safety
  1. Container for the final powdered product (100ml), preferably dark colored
  2. Bottle for the fluid mixer (50ml), preferably dark colored
  3. Non-reactive mixing bowl or measuring jug - not metal
  4. Wooden spoon
  5. Labels

Do not use it in the first 37 weeks of pregnancy.

Grapefruit Specific -Not suitable for use for people who have platelet disorders or are on blood thinning medication. It is suggested you cease use of grapefruit essential oil 48 hours before any planned surgery.

Ingredients
Note: Metal spoons and equipment should not be used when mixing bentonite clay because the metal can react with the clay and change its properties. Bentonite clay has a negative electrical charge, and when it comes into contact with metal, it can become positively charged. The negative charge is needed to pull all the ‘muck’ out of your skin and act as a detoxifier.
Dry Ingredients 40 grams
Bentonite clay
40 grams
Kaolin Clay
20 grams
Very finely ground Oatmeal
Wet Ingredients 20ml
Rosewater
20ml
Orange Flower Water
10ml
Glycerine
Essential Oils
3% dilution rate - 40 drops
20 drops of
Rose Otto
Essential Oil
(Rosa damascena)
10 drops of
Grapefruit
Essential Oil
(Citrus paradisi)
5 drops of
Lavender
Essential Oil
(Lavandula angustifolia)
5 drops of
Roman Chamomile
Essential Oil
(Anthemis nobilis L.)
Method:
    1. Combine all of the dry ingredients in a bowl
    2. Decant carefully into a jar and lid tightly
    3. Label clearly with all ingredients listed and date for safety reasons.
    4. Combine all of the fluid ingredients
    5. Add the essential oils to the mix
    6. Decant carefully into a bottle and lid tightly
    7. Shake well to combine
    8. Label clearly with all ingredients listed and date for safety reasons.
How to Use:
    • Always do a 24-hour patch test on your inner elbow or wrist before applying it to your face.
    • Using a non-metallic spoon and bowl, scoop out a tbsp of the clay powder and add ½ a tsp of fluid from the bottle, adding more fluid if needed until you have a paste that resembles the thickness of double cream. If you add too much fluid, simply add a bit more powder.
    • Apply to the skin of the face, neck and decolletage avoiding the eye area.
    • Allow to dry, you can tell visibly when it is dry. Some heat from the drying clay is normal and expected.
    • Wait 10 minutes and rinse off thoroughly, but gently with clean warm water and a soft cloth.
    • If the product gets in your eyes, rinse well. If irritation occurs - seek medical advice taking the labeled container with you.

Luscious Lip Conditioner

The Ultimate Rose Beauty Box - Luscious Lip Conditioner
Equipment Safety
  1. Double boiler or a mason jar and a saucepan (Have an oven glove to hand too).
  2. Stainless steel spoon or stirrer
  3. Lip Balm tubes, tins, plastic pots, or glass jars.
  4. Labels
Do not use it in the first 37 weeks of pregnancy.
Ingredients
2 Tbsp Beeswax or Hemp Wax 1 Tbsp Shea Butter 6 Tsp Jojoba
Carrier Oil
(Optional - infuse with dried rose petals)
1 Tsp Glycerine
Optional color: ½ tsp Beetroot Powder
Essential Oils
3% dilution rate = 30 drops
10 drops of
Rose Otto
Essential Oil
(Rosa damascena)
10 drops of
Rose Geranium
Essential Oil
(Pelargonium asperum var roseum)
3 drops of
Vanilla
Absolute
(Vanilla planifolia)
7 drops of
Ginger
Essential Oil
(Zingiber officinale)
Method:
    1. Take all of your ingredients except the essential oils and melt them very slowly in the double boiler over a low heat, (or a mason jar set in a saucepan with 1.5” of room temperature water).
    2. Stir to combine well.
    3. Remove from the heat and add the essential oils, combine well.
    4. Then decant into your chosen containers and allow to set.
    5. Once set add the lids.
    6. Label clearly with all ingredients and date for safety reasons.
How to Use:
    • Always do a 24-hour patch test on your inner elbow or wrist before applying it to your lips.
    • Apply liberally to the lips as often as needed.
NOTE:
    • If you feel you need it more times a day, reduce the shea butter a little and use more jojoba carrier oil.
    • If the product gets in your eyes, rinse well. If irritation occurs - seek medical advice taking the labeled container with you.

The Final Word

Rose is the Queen of flowers and has been used since immemorial for beauty and skincare worldwide. Let the Rose bring her majesty and splendor to your daily routine, and you will soon have a complexion fit for royalty!

Rose is the best essential oil to feed and nourish your delicate skin. There is nothing better that I can recommend to you.

I appreciate that it is a bit pricey, but you can create all these products using the recipes listed with a 10ml bottle and still have plenty to spare. You might even get away with a 5ml bottle, forgoing a drop or two here and there in certain recipes. It is well worth treating yourself to a bottle. You will not regret it.

If you told me, "I can only afford to make one product, what should I make"? Make the moisturizer, with the serum being a close second. It will give the most value to your skin, especially if you use it at night and leave it on your skin for full absorption.

You can interchange the Rose in these recipes for Rose Geranium essential oil if that makes it a more realistic option for you. Go for it! Try it all out!

These beautiful, cruelty-free products make the perfect gift box for family and friends and one that they are sure to rave about and treasure.

Whichever of our recipes you decide to include in your Ultimate Rose Beauty Box, you will surely be thrilled with the results. Treat yourself and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Rose.

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