Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Wax

Benefits
AntisepticSoothing

What is Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Wax?

Rosa Damascena Flower Wax comes from the petals of the Rosa damascena plant, known as the Damask rose, prized for its intense aroma and cultivated in regions like Bulgaria and Turkey. This botanical wax forms through a physical extraction process where flower petals are coated in melted wax and then chilled, yielding a hard, pale yellow solid composed mainly of esters, hydrocarbons, and fatty acids. In cosmetics, it functions as an emollient to soften skin and an occlusive to lock in hydration, while its natural volatiles contribute to scent profiles. Typically appearing in lip products, balms, and creams, it creates a smooth, non-greasy texture and enhances sensory appeal by masking off-notes. Its stability makes it suitable for natural formulations seeking luxurious, plant-based conditioning.

Comedogenic Rating 0/5 Low risk of clogging pores
EWG Safety Rating 1 View on EWG →

Roles in Formulation

This ingredient serves the following purposes in cosmetic formulations:

Fragrance ingredient
Contributes scent character and/or masks base odors, shaping the overall sensory experience of the formula (subject to allergen and IFRA considerations).
Masking
Reduces perception of unpleasant odors or tastes by neutralizing them or covering them with more acceptable sensory notes.

Benefits

Delivers soothing effects to calm skin sensations

Provides antiseptic qualities for surface protection

Imparts a delicate rose fragrance while masking unwanted odors

Who It's For

A quick guide for who this ingredient may suit (and who should be cautious).

Who May Benefit Who Should Avoid
People with dry or chapped skin seeking emollience
Those with known rose or floral allergies
Individuals desiring natural fragrance in products
People sensitive to fragrances or essential oil components
Users looking for gentle, plant-derived conditioners
Individuals prone to contact dermatitis from botanicals

Safety Notes

  • Rated low hazard by safety assessors for cosmetic use
  • Patch testing recommended for sensitive skin types

Frequently Asked Questions about Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Wax

What is Rosa Damascena Flower Wax?

A natural hard wax extracted from Damask rose petals, used as an emollient, conditioner, and fragrance in cosmetics.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

It offers soothing properties and low irritation ratings, but patch test if allergic to roses.

Does it clog pores?

Rated zero on the comedogenic scale, making it unlikely to contribute to pore blockage.