Mysterious flower, Bulgarian rose - Rosa damascena -

January 27, 2022

The Wonder and Mystery of Bulgarian Rose

The rarest flowers in the world

The Bulgarian rose is a special flower among roses, known as the queen of flowers. This flower, with its sweet, refreshing and elegant fragrance, has the botanical name Rosa damascena and is also known as the Damask rose.

This flower, which has captivated many famous women in history, including Cleopatra and Marie Antoinette, was used in ancient medicine to treat abdominal and chest pains, strengthen the heart, treat uterine and digestive problems, and neck inflammation. North American Indian tribes drank a decoction of the roots as a cough medicine, and it is also said to be effective against allergies, headaches, and migraines.

It is still used today in many products, including cosmetics and food.

What exactly is the Bulgarian rose, a flower that has been loved all over the world from before the Common Era to the present day?

Why is she called the Queen of Roses?

As the name suggests, the Bulgarian rose is a damask rose from Bulgaria. Bulgaria is a world-famous rose producing country, famous for its "Valley of Roses" that stretches for about 140 km. Blessed with a warm and humid climate and topography that are perfect for cultivating roses, the Bulgarian rose, grown in this land, is prized as the rarest flower in the world.

Of the approximately 7,000 varieties of roses, only four contain oil. Bulgarian rose is considered the finest among these oil-containing roses. It is also said to contain hundreds of aromatic compounds and over 1,000 compounds, but it is difficult to identify all of them and it is not possible to artificially reproduce their scent. Much research has been done on Bulgarian rose, which is beyond human understanding, and its pharmacological effects as antiviral, antibacterial, antioxidant, antitussive, hypnotic, antidiabetic, and relaxing have been revealed.

- The flowering period is short, about 20 days.

-Harvesting must be done by hand.

- They must be picked before dawn, when the aroma is most intense.

- Approximately 3,000 roses are needed to extract 1 gram of oil.

For these reasons, Bulgarian rose essential oil is called liquid gold. Its rarity, diverse effects, and mysterious depth that even modern science cannot explain are what make Bulgarian rose so appealing.

The power of Bulgarian rose

Did Cleopatra, who reigned as queen with the help of roses, know about them? The mysterious flower Bulgarian rose has the following effects:

【For body】

Antioxidants

Convergence

Moisturizing

Anti-inflammatory

Preservatives and disinfectants

Pain relief

Promotes digestion and regulates the intestines

Promotes blood circulation

Detoxification

Cough suppressant

Relaxation

Hypnosis

【for mental】

Sedation

Anti-stress

Anti-anxiety

Anti-tension

Antidepressants

Aphrodisiac

Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects calm acne and pimples, its detoxification reduces body odor and bad breath, and its improved blood circulation improves sensitivity to cold and promotes hair growth. Improved blood circulation also improves hormone balance, making it effective for menopausal disorders and PMS. It also has a strong analgesic and sedative effect, and it is said that inhaling or applying it can suppress headaches and fevers.

It also has a significant effect on the mind, relieving anxiety and stress and bringing about deep relaxation, and recent research has shown that it is also effective in treating insomnia and depression.

Harnessing the power of Bulgarian rose

There is a way to harness the power of Bulgarian rose efficiently and effectively.

One way is to use hydrosol, a distilled water made by steam distilling the petals. It has the advantage that it can be taken orally by adding it to drinks and food, or it can be applied to the face and skin for transdermal absorption.

The second method is to use essential oils extracted by steam distillation.

In addition to taking in the fragrance through your breath, you can also absorb it through the skin by mixing it into cosmetics or dropping it into a bathtub.

Here we will introduce some ways to incorporate hydrosol into your daily life. Bulgarian rose moisturizes both the body and the mind. Please experience its profound properties for yourself.

FACIAL

Lotion, cotton pack

Add to your usual cosmetics

Ingredients for original cosmetics

HAIR

Hair mist (moisturizing/heat protection)

Scalp massage

BODY

Body Mist

FOOD

Drink

cooking