Soothing Botanical ·
Rose Extract
INCI: Rosa Damascena Extract
What is it?
An extract from Rosa damascena (damask rose), distinct from rosewater/rose hydrosol, used in skincare for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
What does it do?
According to PubMed, a study developing a liposomal nano-encapsulated Rosa damascena callus extract for topical wound-healing found significant improvement in wound closure versus the plain marketed extract in animal models, with no skin toxicity or irritation observed -- real evidence for rose extract's soothing/tissue-repair properties, though from a specialized callus-extract preparation rather than a simple leaf/petal extract.
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This page provides general skincare information and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Ingredient interactions and evidence summaries reflect published, cited sources — not a personal assessment of your skin. For medical skin conditions, rashes, pregnancy/lactation questions or persistent concerns, please consult a licensed dermatologist or HPCSA-registered practitioner.